
Clinical Trials Made Simple: What Patients Should Know
Do you have questions about clinical research or want to understand the terminology? This guide breaks down the most important concepts in a clear and patient friendly way.

Do you have questions about clinical research or want to understand the terminology? This guide breaks down the most important concepts in a clear and patient friendly way.

We are excited to share Dr. Azmain’s informative, patient friendly and evidence-based videos about the purpose and importance of clinical trials, as well as addressing common myths!

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Discover the 11 clinical trials that could change how we prevent and treat diseases in 2026. We address why these trials matter for the community and worldwide!

We’ve prepared this article to answer the most frequently asked questions and provide you with the information you need, so that you can feel safe and well informed!

Patient advocate Carole has been motivated to support research from a young age. She reminds us that research is strongest when more voices are actively included throughout the process.

The largest Parkinson’s disease clinical trial ever conducted has been launched in the UK, aiming to speed up the discovery of treatments that could slow or stop the progression of the condition.

Two new biological subtypes of multiple sclerosis (MS) have been identified in research that could change how the disease is understood and treated.

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Researchers used MRI scans to compare “brain age” of more than 100 adults. People with healthier lifestyle behaviours tended to have brains up to eight years younger than expected.

Scientists analysed studies from 2010 to 2025 and found a consistent association between higher consumption of ultra-processed foods and increased Crohn’s disease risk.

We address some of the common misconceptions surrounding research and clinical trials and provide you with the facts!

In a breakthrough clinical trial, a single injection of a gene therapy slowed the progression of Huntington’s disease by as much as 75%.

Researchers found that those who consumed the highest amounts of sugar substitutes experienced a 62% faster decline in cognitive skills.

Researchers found that those who consumed the highest amounts of sugar substitutes experienced a 62% faster decline in cognitive skills.
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