The winter months are (almost) upon us, and with the change in season comes change in the way we eat and our physical activities (...
The winter months are (almost) upon us, and with the change in season comes change in the way we eat and our physical activities (...
Breathing is an autonomous function, necessary for human survival. We breathe 15 to 25 times per minute, 24/7, taking in oxygen and expelling carbon dioxide (CO2) via the l...
Pain is a fascinating phenomenon, acting as a physiological warning system that alerts us of potential dangers in our environment. Chronic pain is a leading cause of long-term disabil...
The skin is the largest organ of the human body, measuring 22 square feet, on average. Using this large expanse of skin to deliver medicine to the body is not a new concept by any means, and advanc...
We all know that, to beat the heat, we should drink a lot of water, stay in the shade or in air conditioned rooms, and avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day. However, there ar...
Biopharmaceutical companies developing new CNS products can face special obstacles. According to an article published on National Center f...
The 19th annual National Women's Health Week kicks off on Mother's Day, May 13, and is celebrated through May 19, 2018. The week serves as a reminder for women to make their heal...
IBS is the name doctors have given to conditions characterized by cramp like abdominal pains, bloating and bouts of diarrhea and/or constipation. According to an article in Nature, it affects...
“Patient centricity” is the process of designing a service or solution around the patient; more specifically, it is collectively defined as “Putting the patient first in...
There is a lot (A LOT) of information on the internet about clinical trials. What exactly are clinical trials? What are the different phases? What does each phase test? How safe are they?...