Research has always been critical to improving patient lives. That is why the American Thoracic Society (ATS), a Coalition to Transform Clinical Trial Engagement Steering Committee (CTCTE) member, is proud to be one of seven organizations partnering with the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research (FSR) to make it easier for patients, including those with chronic lung disease, to join research. The Champions for Change – Paid Time Off (PTO) Initiative is a national effort to reduce job-related barriers to clinical trial participation by partnering with employers to provide PTO for employees enrolling in trials.

Epilepsy is among the most common neurological conditions, marked by unpredictable seizures, accidents and injuries, reduced quality of life, stigma and—in the worst case—premature death. But a program—developed over several years by a Case Western Reserve University-led research team—that teaches people with epilepsy how to “self-manage” their disorder is showing positive results. The program has been found to help people with epilepsy reduce related health complications and improve their mood and quality of life, according to a new study recently published in the peer-reviewed journal, Epilepsy & Behavior.

Imagine a tool to measure how fast you’re aging… while you’re still reasonably healthy. From a single MRI of your head, researchers can measure your aging rate and predict your risk of dementia and disability years into the future, while you might still have a shot at improving your health.