Get involved in research
Every minute in the UK, a person is diagnosed with a condition or disease. Research is vital to improving the care we receive when we are unwell, as the treatments used are based on research studies.
Due to those who have participated in research, it is now possible to:
- Improve diagnosis time and accuracy of illness
- Understand how to prevent conditions from developing
- Fight new strains
- Access new life changing treatments
- Ease suffering and improve care
- Faster recovery times
- Being able to take an active role in own care
What to consider when taking part:
- Every research study will have its own specific requirements depending on the research study you decide to participate in.
- Your involvement, time required, benefits and risks of the study will depend on the research taking place. However, every study involves ethical checks and approvals by regulatory bodies. You will be kept well informed every step of the way and this can be discussed with members of the research team.
- Your information will be kept confidential, and you can withdraw from the study at any stage – this will not change the way you receive your usual standard of care.
- Taking part doesn’t necessarily mean you will receive a new treatment.