What are the risks and benefits of participating in research?
Clinical research can involve risk, but it is important to remember that routine medical care also involves risk It is important that you weigh the risks and benefits of participating in research before enrolling When thinking about risk, consider two important questions:
1. What is the chance that the study will cause me harm?
2. If there is a chance of harm, how much harm could I experience?
If you are interested in participating in a study, ask the researchers any questions that will help you decide whether to participate Taking time to share your concerns will help you feel safe if you do decide to volunteer (You can find sample questions at the end of this booklet ) It may be helpful to involve close family members, your doctors, or friends in this decision-making process.
Clinical research can involve risk, but it is important to remember that routine medical care also involves risk It is important that you weigh the risks and benefits of participating in research before enrolling When thinking about risk, consider two important questions:
1. What is the chance that the study will cause me harm?
2. If there is a chance of harm, how much harm could I experience?
If you are interested in participating in a study, ask the researchers any questions that will help you decide whether to participate Taking time to share your concerns will help you feel safe if you do decide to volunteer (You can find sample questions at the end of this booklet ) It may be helpful to involve close family members, your doctors, or friends in this decision-making process.
