How Participating from Home Would Ease Clinical Trial Participation
Recognising that clinical trials can be demanding for patients, the opportunity to participate fully or partially from home could shift some burdens away from patients and also extend participation to a wider patient population.
The Importance of Communication, Companionship and Services in Easing Clinical Trial Participation
Many of our members with lung conditions expressed that stressful travel journeys as well as feeling physically limited make trial participation more difficult. They then shared how a range of services would ease these burdens.
The Challenges of Participating in a Clinical Trial with a Lung Condition
Close to 1000 people living with lung conditions shared their opinions on participating in clinical trials. Striking findings make it clear that future trials must be improved!
“It’s Nice That Someone is Looking Out for You” – Feeling Guided Throughout Research Participation
Andrew is living with COPD and is participating in a trial through the British Research Panel. He shared his experiences participating in the trial and how close contact with our nurses has helped him to feel reassured and valued.
“I’m Participating in Research to do Something Good”
Philip , 68, is currently participating in a COPD study through the British Research Panel. Having signed up for a study that hopes to find a better treatment for COPD, Philip wanted to take part to help advance research.
Striving to Develop a Better Treatment for COPD
4 months later, our search for participants for the COPD trial continues. With no known cure for this debilitating disease, volunteers remain hopeful that their efforts can help to find a better treatment, benefitting themselves and others.
“COVID-19 Challenged My Life with COPD”
Limited by COPD, Bob and Cliff face daily challenges due to living with this condition. The pandemic has only worsened their struggle, as the fear of COVID-19 lead to strict lockdowns and precautions. The hope for a brighter and better future fuels their limited energy.