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Clinical trials are essential in advancing treatments for multiple sclerosis (MS). With no cure currently available, ongoing research is critical to uncovering new, more effective therapies. Simbec-Orion is a Clinical Research Organisation with nearly five decades of experience, specialising in oncology and rare diseases. This article explores the vital role that clinical trials play in…

Pneumonia is an infection of the respiratory system, resulting in inflammation of the alveoli, or air sacs, within your lungs. This causes symptoms like coughing, breathing problems, fatigue, a fever and more. Here at Simbec-Orion, we bring five decades of clinical research expertise, focused on rare diseases and oncology. What is Pneumonia? As a respiratory illness,…

Interstitial Lung Disease, otherwise known as ILD, is a grouping of rare lung conditions that currently have no known cure. With this in mind, clinical trials play a pivotal role in advancing knowledge and discovering more effective treatments.At Simbec-Orion, we bring nearly 50 years of experience as a Clinical Research Organisation focused on oncology and…

COPD has life-changing effects on millions of people worldwide, making it difficult to perform regular daily activities due to difficulty breathing. Despite existing treatments, COPD has debilitating consequences on everyday life and there is currently no cure.  Here at Simbec-Orion, we are a specialist CRO company, helping manage clinical trials and drug development for many…

Severe asthma is a chronic condition that can have serious health impacts. Though it affects only 5-10% of asthma patients, this small group accounts for nearly 50% of asthma-related healthcare costs. Improving diagnosis and management could significantly enhance their quality of life while reducing overall healthcare expenses. Over the past few decades, research has shown…

Clinical trials play a key role in advancing treatments for respiratory disease such as pulmonary fibrosis. They are an important step for transforming the lives of those affected by creating new treatments to ease symptoms. Specifically, as this disease does not yet have a cure.  Simbec Orion has 50 years of experience managing clinical trials,…

Asthma is one of the most common chronic health diseases that affects over 260 million people worldwide and is responsible for over 450,000 deaths each year across the globe. Most of these deaths are preventable with access to recommended treatments.  What is Asthma?  Asthma is a common lung condition that causes mild breathing difficulties. It…

Tuberculosis (TB) affects millions of people worldwide, highlighting the urgent need for ongoing research. Clinical trials are vital in expanding our understanding of the disease and advancing more effective treatments. With TB cases increasing in recent years, the role of clinical research has never been more critical in the fight against this global health threat.With…

Clinical trials remain crucial to further developing our understanding of Cystic Fibrosis and how it can be treated, as there is no cure for the disease. In 2007, screening newborn babies using the Newborn blood spot test was made mandatory. Implementing such measures further emphasises how scientists and medical specialists agree on the importance of…

At Simbec-Orion, we bring nearly 50 years of experience as a Clinical Research Organisation focused on oncology and rare diseases. What is Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)? Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infects lungs and airways leading to coughs and colds. In most cases it will clear after a few weeks, but can become serious in young…