If you’ve recently been diagnosed with esophageal cancer, it’s no doubt a scary time. And you might be wondering how patients can improve their odds of favorable medical outcomes.   In these circumstances, you might ask your doctor if you’d…

Although multiple myeloma is considered a relatively rare cancer, it is the second most common type of blood cancer, after leukemia. The exact cause is unknown, but certain factors such as genetic mutations, exposure to radiation or certain chemicals, and…

Cancer treatment sometimes means finding clinical trials that will offer patients the potential to take an active role in their cancer treatments as well as provide hope for those facing difficult diagnoses. With clinical trial matching and trial support, participating…

Approximately 10 million people died of cancer worldwide in 2021, with 600,000 deaths occurring in the United States. More research on cancer tumors needs to be done to reduce the number of people diagnosed with cancer. Additionally, patients must be…

Verdi Oncology has been invested in clinical research since its inception. Historically, medical advances have primarily come from research testing new treatments and medications. Unfortunately, many of the most cutting-edge treatments are not accessible to the patients who need them.…

Between 1999 and 2021, the U.S. conducted more clinical trials than any other developed country, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), which was 157,618 trials. Coming in for a relatively close second was China, having conducted 80,333 studies in…

You’ve probably heard the term “clinical trial” before, but you may not know what it is or if it’s an option for you. Clinical research is a type of medical research aimed at helping people who have been diagnosed with…

The advancements in cancer care over the past decade are nothing short of remarkable. Clinical trials are a powerful tool for discovering new treatments while deepening understanding of how existing treatments may benefit different groups of people. Participation in clinical…

Immunotherapy has emerged as a groundbreaking approach to cancer treatment, revolutionizing how we combat this formidable disease. Immunotherapy has demonstrated remarkable success in fighting various types of cancers by harnessing the power of the body’s immune system. However, as with…

Genomics and genetic cancer research are advancing quickly and helping researchers improve their understanding of cancer. The valuable data can help identify individual risks, which can help guide prevention efforts. Cancer genomics research also changes how cancer patients are treated…

September is National Blood Cancer Awareness Month. At Verdi Clinical Research, we’re committed to drawing awareness about cancer and the research and innovation helping to treat patients today. Hematology Is an Essential Science A hematologist studies blood and blood disorders,…

To determine the severity of cancer, doctors must initially detect and diagnose the disease. Some cancers offer early detection and prevention, while other types of cancer require diligence and invasive procedures. The ability to detect and diagnose cancer in its…

Cancer prevention research is extremely integral in the oncology field. Over the years, oncology research has allowed scientists to learn about cancer’s onset, growth, and treatment. Because of this knowledge, doctors have discovered better prevention methods and targeted treatments.  The…

There’s an important relationship between genetics and cancer, even if we don’t understand the exact nature of the relationship. The ability of genes to cause cancer probably comes to mind when considering the correlation of cancer genetics. Still, most people…

Cancer is when certain cells inside the body start to grow uncontrollably. This uncontrollable growth of abnormal cells can develop pretty much anywhere in the body, including in the blood. Cancer can affect people of all ages. However, it’s more…