Clinical Trials Information for Patients and Caregivers

Learn about the possible risks and benefits of joining a clinical trial and questions to ask about trials.

Learn about informed consent, institutional review boards, and how trials are closely monitored to protect you.

Find an NCI-supported clinical trial—and learn how to locate other research studies—that may be right for you or a loved one.

Learn about who is eligible to join, how trials are designed, and the responsibilities of research team members.

Learn about the types of costs related to participating in a clinical trial, who is expected to pay for which costs, and tips for working with insurance companies.

Learn about the purpose and importance of clinical trials, including the different types of clinical trials used in cancer research.