A new year always brings a sense of hope, a clean slate, a fresh start, and renewed motivation to take care of ourselves and the people we love. For Tribe Clinical Research, January is one of our favorite times to connect with our community because it reminds us why we do what we do: to help make tomorrow’s healthcare better than today’s. 

In recent months, measles outbreaks have resurfaced in communities across the United States, a stark reminder that once-controlled infectious diseases can return when immunity gaps grow. While measles is highly contagious, it is also highly preventable.

Across the country, the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) is making headlines for its impact on research and innovation. Still, one provision matters especially to clinical trial participants: the change in how stipends are reported for tax purposes.

When most people hear the words “clinical trial”, their first thought is often something like, “I don’t want to be a guinea pig.” It’s a natural reaction, after all, the idea of testing new treatments or devices can sound intimidating.

With obesity affecting over 40% of U.S. adults, the need for clinical research has never been greater. See how Tribe Clinical Research is leading the way.