A clinical trial is a well-planned scientific study of how a medication, device, or treatment affects people. As new treatments are being developed, additional volunteers are needed for research. Recruitment programs have opened to the general public, and more people want to know what is available, what is currently being tested, and how they can participate in a study. The reasons people volunteer to participate in a clinical trial are numerous. Some may be suffering from a disease that currently offers no existing treatment.
Some people volunteer for clinical trials to obtain study-related medical care.
Others get involved to help in the advancement of science and health care treatments. When considering volunteering for a clinical trial, it is important to ask your NSU study physician and the NSU research staff any questions and address any concerns you may have. The risks, benefits, and alternative treatments are explained and outlined in your consent form. The trial s purpose is to determine how effective the new medications are and to examine any side effects or benefits they may present in the patients. Your health and safety are of paramount importance in a clinical trial.