2022 Achievements and Exciting Website Changes!

What a fantastic year it’s been here at Altasciences LA!
This month, we’d like to recognize all the advancements we’ve made together and announce a major change to our beloved website!

Where Did Altasciences Start?

In 2021, WCCT Global was acquired by Altasciences, but that hasn't stopped us from making clinical history. Altasciences as a company was founded in 1992 by a small group of passionate researchers from the University of Montreal. Today, Altasciences is internationally renowned with one purpose in our hearts -to help research and develop potentially life-saving therapeutics.

Where are We Now?

Across the United States of America and Canada, Altasciences proudly operates 8 facilities. But that hasn’t stopped us from growing! In Canada, we have two locations in Laval and Montreal. In the U.S., we have 6 locations residing in Kansas City KS, Seattle WA, Philadelphia PA, Scranton PA, Columbia MO, and Los Angeles CA.

2022 In Numbers at Altasciences LA!

• 43 studies conducted

• 425 new volunteers and 1256 returning volunteers enrolled

• Highest Compensation amount per person - $25,100

• Receiving 3 awards

Check Out Our New Website!

We are so happy to announce that our website has been renewed! We’re no longer wcct.com and we are now AltasciencesLA.com. Good news, nothing has changed for you, except it’s now faster, and easier to find the information you need and reach us.

For your convenience, you can access our website at different URLs for each language. English speakers can find us at AltasciencesLA.com, our Japanese speakers can find us at JP.AltasciencesLA.com, and our Chinese speakers can find us at ZH.AltasciencesLA.com. Feel free to check it out!

Last But Not Least…

Clinical studies help shape the modern world, increase lifespans, and prevent the spread of life-threatening diseases.
 

On behalf of everyone at Altasciences, we thank you for this fantastic year.
Without you, none of this would have been possible.

You make the difference!

Clinical Trials Conducted in the United States and Around the World

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, more attention is paid to the development of new drugs and vaccinations. New drugs and vaccines require many years and steps to be able to distribute to the public, and clinical trials play a significant role in the process. A research study is a scientific way to improve or develop new methods of health care. In this post, we will introduce clinical trials currently being conducted in the United States and how you can participate in them.

1. Active Clinical Trials

Currently, information about clinical trials currently conducted are open to the public at ClinicalTrials.gov (link to: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/home. This is a database of privately and publicly funded clinical trials conducted around world which operated by the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

As of July 2022, there are a total of 422,201 registered clinical studies on ClinicalTrials.gov. Of those studies, 32% of them are recruiting in the United States only, and 5% are for the US and non-US populations.

The purpose of clinical trials is not only to develop new drugs, but also to compare the effects with existing drugs and to see how they interact with other drugs. In addition to medications, there are also study such as investigating the effects and harm of e-cigarettes to the human body.

2. First Step of a Clinical Trial: Phase 1 Trial

Phase 1 of a clinical trial, which administers the investigational drugs to human volunteers for the first time, is a very important step to assess the safety of the drug.

How the drug is digested and excreted in the body is analyzed along with the side effects and safety of the drug. When it comes to clinical trials, you may assume it is unsafe or risky. However, universal ethical rules (DECLARATION OF HELSINKI) are set out for doctors and researchers to follow. They must follow strict laws and public institution along with pharmaceutical companies to minimize the risk. The doctor is obligated to explain to the medical study participants the purpose of the study drug, possible side effects, etc., and the study can only be started after the participants are informed about the study and sign the consent documents. You can withdraw your consent and decline participation at any time during the clinical trial.

3. How to Participate in a Clinical Trial

There are two main ways to participate in a clinical trial. The first option is to enroll with medical institutions conducting trials, and the other is to search online for ongoing clinical trials at research organizations that are recruiting for volunteers (healthy or non-healthy).

Here at Altasciences LA (a clinical research organization located in Southern California), we are always recruiting for healthy male and female volunteers to take part in our paid clinical research trials. Please feel free to contact our Recruitment line at 1 866 461-2526 to learn more about our current medical studies.

Summary

Clinical trials play a significant role in development of new medicines and treatments and being conducted across the world. Phase 1 clinical trials cannot be done without you, the volunteers. All clinical trials follow strict safety measurement and volunteers' privacy, and volunteer rights are protected by HIPAA. If you're interested in taking part in a paid clinical trial in Los Angeles or the Orange County area, click here to see some of our current studies.  

Reference:

https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/results?cntry=US&recrs=b&recrs=a&age_v=&age=1&gndr=&hlth=Y&type=&rslt=&Search=Apply

https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04378907?recrs=ab&cntry=US&age=1&hlth=Y&draw=3&rank=19https://www.med.or.jp/doctor/international/wma/helsinki.html

http://www.ncvc.go.jp/hospital/pub/clinical-research/rinsyo-susumu/cr/rule.htmlhttps://crmic.huhp.hokudai.ac.jp/public/flow.php

New Entertainment Room, How we’re supporting the Crisis in Ukraine, and More!

At Altasciences LA, we are constantly looking for ways to improve your experience. We have recently added an Entertainment room for our volunteers! It is all-exclusive access to volunteers only. If you are currently participating in a study or planning to, please stop by and check out our new Entertainment Room! The enclosed room has a well-equipped theater system, a pool table, a ping pong table, and much more!  

Donation to CARE

Our mission is to advance in global health to help the development of treatments, medicine, and to help those in need. This month, Altasciences LA has donated to CARE in support of the people in Ukraine. Due to the devastating crisis, millions of people are without necessities. CARE provides immediate aid and recovery, food, water, and hygiene kits for women and children, families, and the elderly.  

Updates Regarding Onsite Mask Policy and New Email Address

Thank you for your ongoing support and interest with Altasciences LA, formally WCCT Global! You may see our new domain address "altasciences.com" with upcoming emails and newsletters but rest assured, "wcct.com" domain is also active if you need to contact us via email.  

Important update - Effective March 2022

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about our Recent Company Acquisition and Name Change

Based on the recent survey feedback, we would like to answer some of your questions regarding recent company acquisition and name change.

Q&A

Q. Who are we?

A. We're a Clinical Research Organization located in Cypress, California.

Q. What was the original name?

A. WCCT Global which has been renamed to Altasciences Clinical Los Angeles, Inc. as of September 17, 2021

Q. What does Altasciences do?

A. Similar to WCCT Global, Altasciences helps develop specialized medicines and therapies through clinical research.

Q. Other than the name, has anything changed?

A. Nothing else has changed. The location, food, process, studies, rules, benefits, payment, and staff that you’re already familiar with will remain as is.

Q. Is there an upgrade to the facility?

A. Yes! We're expanding our units and working on an entertainment room.

Q. Why am I receiving these emails?

A. You're receiving our email notifications because you have signed up for our studies previously. If you wish to stop receiving them, please contact us at ptinfo@wcct.com. You can also unsubscribe from our email communication by clicking the unsubscribe button in the email.

Q. Where are the payments issued from after the acquisition?

A. The payment will be issued from our new name Altasciences Clinical Los Angeles, Inc.

Q. Has the name changed on online maps?

A. Yes, it now shows as “Altasciences LA (formerly WCCT Global) in google maps, Uber, and Lyft. We’re working to also change on Apple maps.

Q. What’s the new website going to be called?

A. We will keep our domain name as is (wcct.com) for now. We will inform you once it’s moved to a new website.