How to Prepare for a Clinical Trial
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by altusresearch
14h ago
Preparation for Your Clinical Trial Journey Clinical trials are crucial to medical science; participation benefits you and many others. Altus Research of Lake Worth, FL, conducts medical research with participants throughout the region and beyond. If you’re considering participating in a clinical trial, the most critical aspect of success means building and relying on your support network. The journey and the health conditions can be challenging. There will be highs and lows, emotionally and physically. Additionally, knowing a little about what to expect from your clinical trial can be helpful ..read more
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Why is Medical Research Important?
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by altusresearch
1M ago
We have come a long way to discover preventive measures, treatments, medication interventions, care, and aftercare services in medicine. However, nothing was discovered overnight. Medical scientists and related professions have spent centuries discovering risks, treatments, and preventive measures revolving around all the diseases we experience today. For this reason, medical research remains extremely important to the field as a whole. Here is what to know about medical research at Altus Research and why it’s important. Forms of Medical Research Medical research is actually a very broad term ..read more
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Ethical Considerations for Clinical Trial Patients
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by altusresearch
1M ago
Medical research relies heavily on human clinical trials to test medication. Before a new medication can be used in clinical settings or pharmacies, it needs to go through a clinical trial phase to ensure safety. Human clinical trials serve as rigorous scientific investigations and will test new drugs’ safety, efficacy, and tolerability. Because these trials involve potential side effects, the trials are volunteer-based, and there is often debate over the most ethical way to proceed. Here is a guide to ethical considerations for potential clinical trial patients to consider here at Altus Resea ..read more
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How AI is Being Used in Medical Research
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by altusresearch
3M ago
How AI Is Making Promising Strides in the Field of Medicine There can be no doubt that artificial intelligence is spearheading the next industrial revolution. It is seen in a wide range of fields that stem beyond what people typically think about when discussing technology. One of them is in medical research. AI is offering a promise of being able to tackle some of the most challenging medical challenges facing mankind. Although Early Days, the Future Seems Bright Artificial intelligence (AI) is in its early days. Still, it is causing a notable shift in how clinical research is done. By includ ..read more
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Evidence-Based Medicine and Clinical Trials
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by altusresearch
3M ago
Nature Magazine recently published a perspective on the future of evidence-based therapeutics and clinical research. Advancements in data mining, machine learning, and technological wearables initiated evidence-based medical practice transformation. The COVID-19 pandemic exposed clinical trial limitations and improved trial design with a focus on research and the patient. Here is what to know about clinical trials, evidence-based medicine, and how both fields are changing. Current Research Drawbacks Advances in clinical research lag in translating into most research domain clinics. Most c ..read more
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The Future of Clinical Trials
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by altusresearch
4M ago
Various developments have occurred in the technological, machine learning, and data mining fields. These technologies have encouraged the result of an evidence-based method for medical practices and helped improve next-generation treatments and trials. Regardless of the advancements that have occurred in the technology industry, there is still a challenge in achieving the ideal results. The COVID-19 pandemic outlined the current trial limitations that exist in this field. It has also helped to improve trail design because of the enhanced focus on the patient. Let’s take a glimpse at the future ..read more
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Addressing Myths About Clinical Studies
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by altusresearch
6M ago
The great thing about clinical trials is that they allow us to find innovative and better remedies for illnesses. We learn how we can stop people from experiencing unpleasant side effects, and we provide chronic illness patients with improved prognoses. However, many people are hesitant to enroll in clinical trials because of certain myths about them. Many of these myths are not true, so let’s take a look at some of the most prominent untruths about clinical trials and what they actually mean. Myth #1: Clinical Trials Treat Participants Like Guinea Pigs The truth is that many of our participan ..read more
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Clinical Trials Through the Years and How They’ve Changed
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by altusresearch
7M ago
Clinical trials are well-structured systems dating back hundreds of years that are still considered the foundation of regulatory requirements for drug approval. They involve trailing new medications and examining their effects, which helps improve healthcare and medicines for more effective results. Numerous advancements have occurred in this field, with the most significant changes happening over recent years. The Criticism of Clinical Trials Clinical trials have been criticized for the lack of inclusion of women and other minorities, often underrepresenting and overlooking them. One of the m ..read more
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What is Informed Consent in Medical Studies?
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by altusresearch
10M ago
Prior to being released on the market, new medications and products must first undergo clinical trials. A clinical trial assesses the effects of new medications or products on specific medical conditions. The data produced under the study can include details about dosage levels, contra-indications, food intake and other applicable information. However, the cornerstone of successful medical studies is informed consent. If you’re considering enrolling in a clinical study, then knowing about informed consent and what it entails is key. Here is what to know about informed consent in clinical studi ..read more
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Ways You Are Protected As A Participant in a Clinical Trial
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by altusresearch
1y ago
Deciding to participate in a clinical trial can be an intimidating experience. With so many unknowns, it’s important to know that certain regulations protect participants from harm or unethical treatment. Benefits of Participating in Clinical Trials When you participate in a clinical trial, you play an important role in advancing medical research. Enrolling in a clinical trial gives you access to new, cutting-edge treatments that are not yet available to the general public. You also gain the personal satisfaction of knowing that you are helping to improve the lives of others. Clinical trial st ..read more
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