What is a Clinical Trial?

Clinical trials are studies which are designed to find better ways to treat or prevent illnesses.

A clinical trial involves the assessment of one or more treatments used in treating or preventing a specific illness. The treatment could be one which could cure, alleviate or prevent an illness.

How can I find out more about Clinical Trials?

There are several excellent websites which provide information about clinical trials. Please follow the links below.

National Institutes of Health, USA

Medical Research Council, UK

Cancer Research UK