Understanding targeted therapies for cancer
Learn about targeted therapy, a type of treatment that targets specific genes or proteins in order to stop the growth and spread of cancer.
New treatments for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in clinical trials
Advances in our understanding of Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis have led to research that explores new pathways for treating inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Here are some of the notable new types of therapies that are being evaluated in clinical trials.
13 Questions to ask to find the right doctor for you
There are many different ways in which people choose their doctors', and there can be serious consequences from selecting one that's a bad fit. Here are a list of questions to evaluate when you're trying to find a new physician who is knowledgable, respectful, and works well together with you.
Writing as Therapy: Learning to Cope with Chronic Illness
In this episode, we speak with Arthritis Ashley - a writer, patient advocate, and a powerhouse voice for those who live with chronic conditions, about her journey and ongoing projects.
A step-by-step guide: Finding pediatric clinical trials for your child
Here are steps you can take to find pediatric clinical trials for your child, from learning about studies to connecting with the right physicians.
Informed assent: How to include children in the decision to join a clinical trial
Even though parents and guardians must consent, or give permission, for their child to join a study, it’s important for children, when able to do so, to have a part in making a decision to join a study.
3 tips on how to be a caregiver for your child: Eat The Cake First
When my first daughter got sick — I kept looking for the "What to Expect When You’re Expecting” book for parenting a sick kid. Here are 3 tips on being a caregiver for your child that I've learned from years of caring for my chronically ill children.
