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Final patient vist done in trial testing Celeste light therapy for Parkinson’s

A company called Photopharmics has finished testing a light therapy device called Celeste for Parkinson's disease. The last patient in the large study has completed all their visits. This is an important step toward potentially getting the device approved for patients to use.

WHY IT MATTERSCompletion of this pivotal trial means Celeste light therapy could move closer to FDA approval, potentially offering Parkinson's patients a new non-drug treatment option if results are positive.
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Clinical trialUNITERAREApr 3

New Recruiting Trial: Effects of Periodontal Treatment Associated With Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy on Halitosis in Patients With Diabetes Mellitus

Researchers are looking for people with diabetes to test a new way to treat bad breath caused by gum disease. The treatment combines regular gum cleaning with a special light therapy that kills bacteria in the mouth. This study will help doctors understand if this combination works better than standard gum treatment alone.

WHY IT MATTERSIf you have diabetes and struggle with bad breath despite good oral hygiene, this trial offers access to an innovative combination treatment that may address both the gum disease and halitosis that often accompany diabetes.
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