In honor of National Minority Health Month, our blog looks at how diversity in clinical trials can improve public health. Clinical trials are vital to medical research to test the effectiveness and safety of potential treatments, so these studies must accurately represent the population they’re serving. Learn more on this relevant topic below! A Moment …
It’s National Kidney Month! So, what better time to join forces and help spread the truth about kidney health? Unfortunately, many people hold onto outdated or incorrect information regarding our kidneys. To learn more, read our latest blog, where we debunk 5 common myths about kidney health. Kidney Health: Common Misconceptions When it comes to …
Liver disease is one of the most misunderstood health conditions in the U.S. Many people are unaware of what functions the liver performs, let alone that it can be affected by diseases. One such disease is cirrhosis. In this blog, we’ll discuss the consequences of cirrhosis and how long-term liver diseases can place you at …
June kicks off a critical time for men during Men’s Health Month. This initiative serves as a platform to increase awareness of health conditions prevalent in men and what steps to take for early intervention and prevention. Clinical research plays a vital role in advancing care options for these conditions. While there are many ways …
When liver disease comes to mind, many are more familiar with the types that occur in heavy drinkers of alcohol or from hepatitis C. On the contrary, the most common chronic liver condition in Western populations is non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). NAFLD affects people who drink little to no alcohol but face the same …
When an organ performs over 500 essential functions, you can understand why our overall health and life depend on it working well. There are over 100 different liver diseases, and each has the potential to damage the liver and interfere with its ability to function correctly. Even though numerous diseases affect the liver, most progressively …
Did you know every day, your kidneys filter 200 liters of blood? Most people aren’t aware of how important our kidneys are. That’s in part why National Kidney Month began. Every March, health providers and educators immerse themselves into communities. Their focus is building paths to better kidney care. The Major Functions of the Kidneys …
The following publication discusses the latest research regarding the Non-Invasive Biomarkers of Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH). Nature Medicine originally published this article, coauthored by ERG’s Vice President of Clinical Pharmacology Services Clay Dehn, on February 10th, 2022. This browser does not support PDFs. Please download the PDF to view it: Download PDF.
Kidney diseases are a leading cause of death in the U.S., with 1 in every 3 adults at risk. If your kidneys can’t filter blood as well as they should, this can lead to other health problems. Fluid buildup, heart disease, and stroke are a few of the complications of kidney disease. Taking an active …
Your kidneys are responsible for cleaning your blood, helping control blood pressure, making red blood cells, and more. When your kidneys are damaged, waste products and fluids can build up in your body. Various health conditions can affect the functions of the kidneys and may eventually lead to them failing if left untreated. Here are …
Do you or someone you love have kidney or liver disease? If so, currently enrolling research studies may be an option in your area.
