Clinical Trials factsheet

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Clinical trials are an essential part of producing new and more effective treatments for a number of illnesses. This factsheet provides the following information:

1. Who can participate in a trial?
2. What are the different types of trials?
3. What happens in a clinical trial involving medication?
4. What is a randomised control trial?
5. How will treatment in a clinical research study differ from treatment from your own doctor?
6. What are the benefits and risks of taking part?
7. What is informed consent?
8. Can someone without capacity take part in a trial?
9. Can you leave a trial after it has begun?
10. Should you take part in clinical research?