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October 20, 2022

[Op-Ed] Fix structural failures in osteoporosis treatment

Osteoporosis is debilitating for all affected. But policymakers and healthcare providers can improve disease outcomes through better, earlier, more affordable treatment, writes National Osteoporosis Foundation of South Africa CEO Tereza Hough.

October 7, 2022

Reclaiming Progress Against Non-Communicable Diseases

Every two seconds, someone under the age of 70 dies of a non-communicable disease. Many of these premature deaths are preventable.

September 27, 2022

The Common Cancer that Few Understand

More than 1 million people are diagnosed with blood cancer every year. Yet, fewer than half of adults in the UK can name even a single symptom.

September 8, 2022

Clinical Trials Access Barriers Delay & Derail New Treatments

Clinical trials access starts with awareness. A new white paper from the Global Alliance for Patient Access examines this access issue and the policy solutions to address low enrolment in medical research studies.

August 22, 2022

New Tools Could Boost Patient-Centered Care

The recent publication of eight new decision aids signals NHS England’s continued commitment to a patient-centered health care system.

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