Clinical Trials Listings
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For Patients: An Introduction to Clinical Trials**This information developed and provided by The National Institutes of Health. Choosing to participate in a clinical trial is an important personal decision. The following frequently asked questions provide introductory information about clinical trials. In addition, it is often helpful to talk to a physician, family members, or friends about deciding to join a trial. After identifying some trial options, the next step is to contact the study research staff and ask questions about specific trials.
Participation in Clinical TrialsFor those considering participation in a clinical trial, the following frequently asked questions are important in understanding the role of the participant and the unique process of clinical trials.
GlossaryThe following glossary was prepared to help the consumer become familiar with the most common terms used in clinical trials. General Information on Clinical TrialsThe following U.S. government web sites guide consumers to answers to questions and provide contacts to clinical trials, and to information on drugs and important health care issues. |