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Taking Medicines
Frequently Asked Questions
23. Are there risks involved in
participating in clinical trials?
Enrolling in a clinical trial offers benefits and risks. Patients
who participate in a clinical trial may get therapies not yet
available to most patients. As with any medical treatment, clinical
trials do pose risks. However, scientists who wish to test drugs in
people must follow strict rules that are designed to protect
patient volunteers. (Answer continues on next
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