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What rights do participants have in a clinical trial?

What rights do participants have in a clinical trial?

26 Mar 2021

Conducted by health professionals, clinical research aims to improve knowledge of the structure, biology and function of the human body and understanding of the development of disease. It also allows...

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Euthanasia and assisted dying legalised in Spain: Where are we now with death with dignity laws?

Euthanasia and assisted dying legalised in Spain: Where are we now with death with dignity laws?

25 Mar 2021 • 2 comments

Spain legalizes euthanasia and assisted suicide after years of debateFollowing a 17 December vote in the Congress of Deputies and ratification by the Senate on March 18, euthanasia and assisted...

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Migraine: "My doctor used to treat them like a headache"

Migraine

Migraine: "My doctor used to treat them like a headache"

24 Mar 2021

Hello Marlenebarcia, thank you for agreeing to share your story with us here on Carenity!First of all, could you tell us more about yourself?Hi, my name is Marlene, and I'm 54 years old. I'm from...

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Osteoarthritis: "From week to week, I notice an increase in discomfort"

Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis: "From week to week, I notice an increase in discomfort"

23 Mar 2021 • 2 Likes

Hello migmig, thank you for agreeing to share your story with us here on Carenity!First of all, could you tell us more about yourself?Hello, I'll introduce myself quickly: I'm migmig, I'm 80 years...

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Lyrica®: What do Carenity members think?

Lyrica®: What do Carenity members think?

23 Mar 2021 • 1 comment

About Lyrica®Lyrica® is a drug marketed by Pfizer. The active ingredient, or the molecule that causes the therapeutic effect, is pregabalin. It is taken orally and is available in various dosages...

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COVID-19: What are the

COVID-19: What are the "side effects" of wearing a mask?

22 Mar 2021 • 11 comments

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, wearing a mask is an essential part of both protecting ourselves and others. But it can sometimes be difficult to bear: acne, redness, migraine, breathing issues...

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Rheumatoid arthritis: "I never tried to accept the disease but to move forward"

Rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis: "I never tried to accept the disease but to move forward"

20 Mar 2021 • 3 Likes • 5 comments

Hello Sisyphe29, thank you for agreeing to share your story with us here on Carenity.First of all, could you tell us a bit more about yourself?I am 40 years old and I live in the Finistère department...

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Sleep disorders: Carenity members share their experience!

Sleep disorders: Carenity members share their experience!

19 Mar 2021 • 9 comments

We spend almost a third of our lives sleeping. Sleep is crucial for many biological functions: memory and learning, metabolism, immunity, and more! However, sleep disorders affect a significant...

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Immunology, antibodies and immunoassays: What are they?

Immunology, antibodies and immunoassays: What are they?

16 Mar 2021

Immunology and autoimmune diseases: definitionThe immune system is a network of biological processes that protects us from diseases. In the human body, it is capable of distinguishing what is...

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Anxiety: What is it and how does it affect the body?

Chronic anxiety - Stress
Generalized anxiety disorder
Social anxiety disorder

Anxiety: What is it and how does it affect the body?

15 Mar 2021

What are anxiety and anxiety disorders?Anxiety is a term used to describe a feeling of fear, nervousness, or worry. Occasional anxiety is normal and can be expected every now and again - we can...

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World Glaucoma Day: Let’s take a look at glaucoma

Glaucoma

World Glaucoma Day: Let’s take a look at glaucoma

12 Mar 2021 • 1 comment

Glaucoma: definitionMost cases of glaucoma are caused by an abnormal build-up of pressure in the eye. The optic nerve that transmits information to the brain becomes damaged and no longer performs...

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Kidney failure and transplantation: "My kidney is functioning perfectly after almost 10 years!"

Chronic kidney disease
Fibromyalgia
Kidney transplantation

Kidney failure and transplantation: "My kidney is functioning perfectly after almost 10 years!"

11 Mar 2021

Hello Siouxie, thank you for agreeing to share your story with us on Carenity! First of all, can you tell us a bit about yourself?Hi. My nickname is Siouxie and I am 58 years old. I underwent a...

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