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How do the COVID-19 home tests work?
These tests will determine if you are infected with COVID-19 by using a swab tissue sample collected from your nose. After you collect your sample, you test it using the supplied kit materials. Home tests show an accuracy rate > 90% however some human error in the...
Advancing Medicine Through Remote Technology:
Benefits of Telehealth and Mobile Healthcare Services The impact of COVID-19 allowed for technology to drive healthcare solutions in a field that has historically been reluctant to change. Over the past few years, we have seen virtually all areas of medicine rely in...
Why Are Clinical Trials So Expensive? Top Contributors That Drive Clinical Trial Costs
The increasing costs for clinical trial implementation have caused wide-spread concerns and are impacting on the development of new drugs brought to market. Innovative strategies to reduce costs while maintaining study integrity are of high interest. Financial Costs...
10 tips to improve your mental health
Mental health is critical to your wellbeing and refers to your general psychological and emotional status. Mental health contributes to the way you feel about yourself, the quality of your relationships, and your ability to navigate feelings and deal with difficult...
Mobile Phlebotomy Careers: Is This Flexible Healthcare Role Right for You?
Ever thought about taking your healthcare skills on the road? You’d be surprised how many folks are looking for careers that give them a bit more freedom, variety, and connection with patients. That’s where mobile phlebotomy comes in. And it’s not just growing fast —...
Tips For Improving Your Cognitive Performance
Keeping your brain fit and healthy is just as important as the rest of your body. As we age, the ability for our brains to continue acting at peak performance unfortunately dips into a decline. These declines may affect some people worse than others. There are many...
The Two Burning Patient Questions During the Home Blood Draw Visit – Patient Safety
All the healthcare services across the globe are designed to keep patient safety in mind. It is critical and necessary to educate the patients before any blood draw visit. It is also equally important to make the patient comfortable and well aware of the procedures to...
The Benefits of Mobile Phlebotomy for Oncology Patients: A Convenience Approach to Improving Patient Outcomes
Mobile phlebotomy is a service that brings the blood draw process to the patient, rather than requiring the patient to travel to a laboratory or clinic. This modality can be particularly beneficial for oncology patients, who may have compromised immune systems or...
Top 3 Challenges of Mobile Specimen Collection in Decentralized Trials
When it comes to clinical trials, one of the biggest obstacles is finding a way to execute them cost-effectively. The problem becomes even more complex when you have to test a medication or treatment on patients located remotely. For instance, it’s difficult for...
Guide to Implementing Mobile Specimen Collection in Decentralized Trials (DCT)
We have previously discussed in our Earlier Blog, “Top 3 Challenges of implementing mobile specimen collection in decentralized trials (DCT)”, the critical challenges to be aware of in implementing mobile specimen collection in the DCT settings. We have explained the...
The Importance of Accurate Phlebotomy in Disease Diagnosis
Every step towards prevention or disease diagnosis starts with a blood draw. A phlebotomist should know when to use the butterfly needle, the correct tube, the perfect placement on the vein for the draw, and the time for the clot. The biggest challenge for the...
Future Strategies for Mobile Specimen Collection in Clinical Trials
The trend towards decentralized clinical trials is rapidly growing, providing numerous benefits to patients and trial sponsors. This model allows patients to participate in trials from the comfort of their own homes, reducing the burden of travel and increasing...
Five Data Management Best Practices in Decentralized Clinical Trials
Decentralized clinical trials (DCTs) are quickly becoming the new standard for conducting clinical research. DCTs have numerous benefits, including increased patient engagement and reduced burden on patients. However, with decentralized trials comes the need for...
5 Best Practices for Decentralized Remote Monitoring Implementation with Mobile Phlebotomy
Decentralized remote monitoring with mobile phlebotomy is a game-changing approach to conducting clinical trials. With this approach, clinical trial participants can have their blood samples collected in the comfort of their own homes. This not only increases patient...
Mobile Phlebotomy: Impact on Patient Recruitment in Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are an essential component of drug development and approval. However, patient recruitment can be challenging and time-consuming, often leading to delays and increased costs. Mobile phlebotomy is a promising approach that can potentially address some...