Chad Birt

Chad Birt
Chad Birt is a freelance writer who resides in Astoria, Oregon. He has more than a decade of experience in journalism and medical communications.

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How to Ease Back Into Work After the Holiday Break

Posted by Chad Birt on Jan 4, 2021 7:30:00 AM

If the thought of transitioning from late-night movie marathons to early morning Zoom calls causes your stomach to lurch, you’re in good company. A recent survey conducted by MetLife found that more than 75% of employees experience work-related stress following the holiday break.

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Topics: 2021, work routine, vacation

6 Simple Tips for a Heart-Healthy Holiday Season

Posted by Chad Birt on Dec 15, 2020 10:10:23 AM

The holidays are a time for good food, gifts, and festivity, but several factors make this season a prime time for heart attacks too.

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Topics: holidays, healthy living, heart health

A Brief History of Good Clinical Practices (GCP)

Posted by Chad Birt on Dec 2, 2020 7:30:00 AM

Clinical trials play a critical role in evaluating the effectiveness of medical, surgical, or behavioral interventions. They’re the go-to method when determining if a new vaccine, prescription medication, or medical device is safe and successful in its goals.

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Topics: Clinical Research, clinical trials, Good Clinical Practice

Holiday Statistics That Will Make You View the Holidays Differently

Posted by Chad Birt on Nov 23, 2020 9:15:00 AM

Statistics play a crucial role in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Good data allows researchers and scientists to conduct testing, consolidate large amounts of information, and determine if a specific product or medication serves its intended purpose. In fact, any medical device or medicine currently on the market achieved its approval thanks in part to statistics. 

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Topics: statistics, thanksgiving, christmas

7 Socially Distanced Ideas for Celebrating the Holidays During a Global Pandemic

Posted by Chad Birt on Oct 28, 2020 6:00:00 AM

Now that November is officially here, the holidays are right around the corner. As Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Hanukkah draw closer, it’s time to start thinking of creative ways to celebrate. 

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Topics: holidays, family, social distance

Parenting During the Pandemic: Balancing Home Schooling and Work

Posted by Chad Birt on Oct 21, 2020 5:00:00 AM

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we work and go to school.

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Topics: home office, covid-19, home schooling, parenting, work form home

Global Data Standards and the History of the Smoot

Posted by Chad Birt on Oct 14, 2020 6:00:00 AM

Many industries seek to standardize the data they collect, analyze, and make decisions upon. The pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries are no different.

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Topics: Data Management, biometrics, clinical trials, data governance, data operations, Smoot, global library

A Guide to Using Virtual Backgrounds in Zoom and MS Teams

Posted by Chad Birt on Sep 23, 2020 7:00:00 AM

A new report from the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR), found that 42% of Americans are currently working from home full-time.

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Topics: Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, online meetings

7 Stretches to Ease Pain and Boost Work-From-Home Productivity

Posted by Chad Birt on Sep 8, 2020 7:30:00 AM

At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many companies asked employees to leave the office and work from home. This helps reduce the viruses’ spread in work environments but also presents unique challenges.

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Topics: Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, work from home, stretching, home office

Recognizing 5 Women Entrepreneurs of the Medical and Pharmaceutical Industries

Posted by Chad Birt on Aug 20, 2020 10:39:04 AM

In January 2017, our founder, Ann Conner, established Harbor Clinical as a woman-owned business. Two years later, in January 2019, we were certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). WBENC is America’s largest certifier of women-owned businesses and a leading advocate for women business owners and entrepreneurs.

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Topics: Pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, wbenc, WomeninBusiness

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