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Though nephropathy and neuropathy are two medical terms that sound similar, they refer to conditions that are very different. Nephropathy is a term related to disease or damage of the kidneys, while neuropathy is a term related to damage of the nervous system.

At Antidote, we believe that all members of society should be equally represented — especially when it comes to medical research. Historically, racial and ethnic minorities have been under-represented in the clinical trial space, and continue to face challenges when trying to access healthcare today.

Osteoporosis, a disease that causes the bones to become brittle and porous, can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. It is the most common bone disease in the world, impacting about 54 million people — but many people are not diagnosed with osteoporosis until after a fracture occurs.

Participating in a clinical research study can have many benefits. From offering specialized care to providing participants with potential new treatment options, finding the right clinical trial can lead to positive outcomes for today’s patients and unlock breakthroughs for those diagnosed in the future.

At Antidote, we understand that successfully engaging patients for a clinical trial starts with a deep understanding of the patient population. Knowing who patients are, what motivates them, and what messages will resonate with them can all be beneficial when finding individuals who may be eligible to take part in specific studies.

Though kidney disease is estimated to affect 31 million people across the U.S., the different terms surrounding this common condition still remain a source of confusion. Chronic kidney disease (CKD), Stage 3 kidney disease, and C3G all share similarities, both in name and impact, but understanding how they relate to one another can help to make things more clear.

Antidote’s podcast, Talk of the Towne, focuses on the ultimate sweet spot: that special place where science and patients converge. Our host, Dr. Rich Towne, was trained in pharmacy and currently works in Clinical Informatics at Antidote. In each episode, Rich welcomes a new guest from an Antidote partner organization, and takes an in-depth look at a particular area of interest, zeroing in on the ...

Osteoporosis and osteoarthritis (OA) are conditions with different causes and symptoms, but because people are often diagnosed with both, the terms are frequently used interchangeably.

There are many clinical trial blogs out there, but what sets the best ones apart? Our favorites are the ones that don’t simply cover news — instead, they aim to be go-to sources for informed positions on how to improve the medical research process.

Mitral valve regurgitation, also known as mitral regurgitation, mitral insufficiency, or mitral incompetence, is the most common type of heart valve disease, affecting more than 2% of the population. Though mild mitral valve regurgitation does not usually cause issues, it is a condition that can worsen with time and lead to more severe symptoms. Below, we will be looking at what this condition ...