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September 7, 2016
Living with COPD - My Story

Living with COPD - My Story

Whether you are a patient, carer, clinician or interested bystander, my hope is that what I share in my story about living with COPD resonates with you in some way.

by Ian Venamore
August 12, 2016
Nothing About Me Without Me

Nothing About Me Without Me

Whereas in the past, patients were only regarded as study "subjects", nowadays they are playing an increasingly important role in healthcare and clinical research.

by Gary Puckrein
July 7, 2016
Health Technology Assessments: Getting the Right Balance in Medicine

Health Technology Assessments: Getting the Right Balance in Medicine

Scientists spend many years collecting evidence about new health technologies to show they work and are suitable to use in people. However, showing that a health technology works is only part of the story!

by Patient Research Exchange
June 9, 2016
Medicines for mothers-to-be: research during pregnancy

Medicines for mothers-to-be: research during pregnancy

It takes an average of 27 years until a new medicine can be recommended for use by pregnant women. Why is that?

by Patient Research Exchange
May 20, 2016
From molecule to medicine: How are new drugs developed?

From molecule to medicine: How are new drugs developed?

Medical research requires many different steps and stakeholders. We are taking a closer look at these.

by Patient Research Exchange
May 5, 2016
How to find a perfect match – Empowering patients to find their way through clinical trials

How to find a perfect match – Empowering patients to find their way through clinical trials

Navigating through the clinical trial process can be challenging but there are tools which offer help.

by Patient Research Exchange