Each year, more than 209,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with lung cancer, making it one of the most common—and challenging—cancers today. These numbers highlight not only the need for better treatments but also the…
Behind every medical breakthrough is someone who said yes to research. Clinical trials don’t just test new treatments—they open the door to progress in care, diagnosis, and prevention. But for those considering participation, the journey often…
Every thought, movement, and memory we experience depends on one extraordinary organ—our brain. The World Brain Day serves as a reminder of the importance of brain health and the neurological conditions that impact millions of lives…
Every day, across the world, researchers are working to develop new treatments, improve diagnostics, and better understand how we live with, manage, and overcome disease. These efforts are fueled by science—but they only move forward because…
More than 55 million people worldwide live with dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease accounts for over 60–70% of those cases. Alzheimer’s is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. Early symptoms—like forgetfulness or confusion—often…
June 19 marks World Sickle Cell Awareness Day, a global call to action to address the critical health inequities and care gaps faced by people living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). Approximately affecting 70,000 to 100,000…
Celiac disease is often misunderstood as simply a dietary issue, but in reality, it’s a serious autoimmune condition that affects about 1 in 133 Americans. Even a crumb of gluten can cause significant harm, triggering painful…