There are many reasons people participate in clinical trials. Some of the benefits include:

• The Opportunity to Be Treated With the Latest Advancements in Medical Technology
• Fewer Side Effects or More Effective Relief of Symptoms Related to a Chronic Illness and
• Individual Care and Attention by the Clinical Trial Staff of Doctors, Nurses, and Other Health Professionals.
• In Addition, Many Studies Provide Study Medications Free of Charge and Some Offer Financial Compensation for Participants’ Time and Study-related Travel Expenses.
• Clinical Trials Can Determine if a New Test or Treatment Works and is Safe. They Can Also Aid in Improving the Quality of Life for People With Chronic Health Conditions.

Unpleasant, serious, or even life-threatening side effects to experimental treatment:

• Greater Commitment of Time and Attention Than Standard Treatment Would Require
• Every Person is Different, and There is No Way to Predict How a Treatment Will Affect Any One Individual. However, Painstaking Efforts Are Made to Determine and Mitigate Risks Ahead of Time.
• Risks That Can Be Reasonably Foreseen Are Thoroughly Detailed in the Informed Consent That All Participants Must Sign Before Being Enrolled in Any Given Study
• Involvement in a Clinical Trial is an Individual Decision That Must Be Weighed Carefully by the Person Considering Participation.