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The drug development process: 8 steps from the laboratory to the pharmacy shelves

The Drug Development Process: 8 Steps From the Laboratory to the Pharmacy Shelves

TECH & INNOVATION Would you believe that every year only a small fraction of the total number of drugs that undergo clinical studies get approved? In fact, according to a recent report published on Medicine.net on drug development in the USA, it was revealed that for every 5,000 preclinical drugs reviewed, only five get tested on humans. And of these five, only one is likely going to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). What this means is that those drugs we find on pharmacy shelves are just a small fraction of the actual number of drugs that could have been in existence. But since lots of drugs fail the series of tests and trials they're put through, we only get to see a few on our medicine cabinet. Consequently, those few that manage to see the light of the day come for huge prices. So for those of us who’re still wondering why some drugs are so pricey, I guess that explains why. But what exactly qualifies a drug for approval? You may wonder! Well, the answer to that is what we aim to divulge within the context of this post.
It’s Time to Take Your Vitamins to the Next Level

It’s Time to Take Your Vitamins to the Next Level

As the world gets #woke to healthy living, vitamins have gone mainstream—77 percent of U.S. adults take dietary supplements. A health-conscious public is great, yet many are surprised to learn there’s more to taking vitamins than simply downing the recommended number of tablets each day. When’s the best time to take your vitamins? Which nutrients work better together? It’s time to optimize your nutritional routine. Start by working with your qualified healthcare provider or dietician to determine which vitamins, minerals, and other micronutrients are right for you. Then, your next step is to unlock every possible benefit. Four factors determine the best time to take vitamins:
Beware These Five Rare Cancers

Beware These Five Rare Cancers

Most families will have a loved one who has suffered from cancer at some point. Each case is just as tragic as the previous. Indeed, it is estimated 1.8 million people will be diagnosed with cancer in the United States in 2020.
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