The vast majority of patients who have participated in cancer clinical trials say they had an overall positive experience. Every year, 1.2 million Americans will be newly diagnosed with cancer. So the odds are that you or a loved one will have to deal with the disease at some point in your life.
Nobody wants to think about cancer, but it's important to be prepared.
Be aware of the existence of cancer clinical trials and keep the option in mind should you ever need it. Join a patient advocacy group. Many of these organizations play an active role in helping cancer patients navigate the health care system, including cancer clinical trials. If you or someone you love is diagnosed with cancer, look for a a trial that might be right for you or your loved one. You can find a list of many available cancer clinical trials on our site.