• WHAT IS A DRUG INTERACTION?

    By: Nayon Kang, Lucy Chung, David Vallee A reaction between two (or more) drugs or between a drug and a food or supplement. An existing medical condition can also cause a drug interaction. A drug interaction can decrease or increase the action of the drug(s) or cause adverse effects. 1 This interaction could result in

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  • NIAID’S PANDEMIC PREPAREDNESS EFFORTS: AN OVERVIEW

    By: Lucas Buyon and Aaron Neal Part of NIAID’s longstanding mission is to study the biology of pathogens with pandemic potential and support the development of medical countermeasures (MCMs) against them. MCMs broadly include any medicines, vaccines, protective equipment, or other medical supplies that can be used to diagnose, prevent, or treat diseases. The emergence

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  • THE SHIFT TO A CENTRALIZED LABORATORY APPROACH IN CLINICAL RESEARCH

    By: Yan Mardian Clinical research is a vital aspect of the healthcare industry that aims to improve patient outcomes and advance medical knowledge. One of the critical components of successful clinical research is accurate and reliable laboratory testing. However, laboratory testing can be challenging to standardize, and results can vary significantly depending on the testing

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  • UNLEASHING THE POWER OF IMPLEMENTATION RESEARCH IN HEALTHCARE

    By: Aly Diana In the dynamic and ever-evolving field of healthcare, the gap between evidence-based interventions and their successful implementation can hinder the delivery of high-quality care. This is where implementation research steps in, providing valuable insights and strategies to bridge this gap. In this article, we will explore the definition of implementation research, its

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