A chance for a cure
The medical world continues to develop new treatments that are saving lives and cure diseases every day in every country. But have you ever stopped to consider the years of research that go into giving a sick person a chance for a cure?
Participating in a cure
Over the last six weeks we have featured a series of articles relating to clinical trials and their importance in helping to treat sick people. We have focused on the role trials play in the development of new medicines, volunteers’ consent, safety and well-being. This week’s feature highlights the trial experience from the volunteers’ perspective.
The safest possible cure
We recently featured the article ‘A chance for a cure’ describing the pivotal role clinical trials play in the development of crucial new medicines. As a result of the level of interest expressed in the safety aspect of clinical trials Dr. Jörg Täubel of Richmond Pharmacology explained the extensive safety measures that are taken before every clinical trial commences.
Consent to cure
The research and development new treatments and cures open the possibility of enhancing the standard of living for millions of people worldwide. Volunteer involvement is a crucial part of this, but before participation is allowed each volunteer must provide the researchers with their signed consent. Why is informed consent so important?
