Do you have questions about joining a clinical research study? Here are some common questions and answers about study participation.
Clinical research studies, or trials, help scientists and doctors explore whether a medical strategy, device, or medication is safe and effective for people. Before any medication can be approved and made available to the public, it must go through several phases of clinical research.
Before enrolling in a clinical trial, you must sign an Informed Consent Form (ICF). The ICF contains written information about the study, including study goals, how long the study will last, benefits and risks, and the tests and procedures you will receive.
Study participation usually involves visiting a clinic regularly, taking or receiving an investigational drug, and undergoing tests and procedures to monitor your health. You should still see your regular doctor as needed, but you should let them know that you are participating in a study.
For more information on what to expect in the HALO study, visit the Study Overview page.
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact clinical trials in different ways. For more information, visit the COVID-19 and Clinical Trials page. If you have additional questions about participating in a clinical research study, contact a study clinic near you.
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