COVID-19 Clinical Trials Coronaviruses are a family of viruses that can cause illnesses such as the common cold, severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS). In 2019, a new coronavirus was identified as the cause of a disease outbreak that originated in China. The virus is now known as the… Continue reading COVID-19
Category: Health Conditions
Cardiovascular Disease
Cardiovascular Disease Clinical Trials Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease is the thickening or hardening of the arteries. It is caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects 11–13% of the world’s population and greatly increases risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and death. It is characterized by… Continue reading Cardiovascular Disease
Essential Tremor
Essential Tremor Clinical Trials Essential Tremor (ET) is a neurological disorder that causes involuntary and rhythmic shaking. It can affect almost any part of the body, but the trembling occurs most often in the hands especially when people do simple tasks, such as drinking from a glass or tying shoelaces. It may also affect the… Continue reading Essential Tremor
Opioid Use Disorder
Opioid Use Disorder Clinical Trials Opioids are natural or synthetic chemicals that interact with opioid receptors on the nerve cells in the body and brain, and reduce feelings of pain. They are a class of drugs that include prescription pain relievers, synthetic opioids and heroin. Abruptly stopping use of opioids can lead to severe… Continue reading Opioid Use Disorder
Panic Disorder
Panic Disorder Clinical Trials Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress. These episodes occur “out of the blue,” not in conjunction with a known fear or stressor. A panic… Continue reading Panic Disorder
CMV
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a leading cause of birth defects around the world, and it is a common viral infection that usually goes unnoticed or only causes mild symptoms in most people. But if a woman becomes infected with the virus while she is pregnant, she can pass the infection to her unborn baby.… Continue reading CMV
Uterine Fibroids
Uterine Fibroids Uterine fibroids, also called uterine leiomyomas, uterine fibromyomas, or uterine fibroleiomyomas, are non-cancerous (benign) growths made of smooth muscle cells and other tissue that develop within the wall of the uterus. Some women may have no symptoms. However, hundreds of thousands of women seek treatment for painful fibroids each year. Uterine fibroids… Continue reading Uterine Fibroids
Urinary Tract Infection
Urinary Tract Infection Treatment Clinical Trials A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of the urinary system, the kidneys, bladder, or urethra. UTIs are more common in women than men and some women tend to get them more often than others. Treatment of UTIs depends on the cause. In most… Continue reading Urinary Tract Infection
Tourette Syndrome
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) can effect both children and adults. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD for short, is a highly treatable disorder that usually gets noticed in early childhood, or before the age of 7.
FACT: Males are almost three times more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than females
Stuttering
Stuttering Clinical Trials Researchers continue to study the underlying causes of developmental stuttering. Possible causes include abnormalities in speech motor control and genetics. Stuttering clinical trials, like those at CNS Healthcare, can help you explore new options. Interested in trying a new stuttering treatment at no cost? Find out more about enrolling stuttering clinical… Continue reading Stuttering