What are potential benefits of participating in a clinical trial?

Participating in a clinical trial is an important decision that should always be discussed with a healthcare provider. Potential benefits include access to potential new treatments and helping to bring new medicines to market.  During the time you are in the trial, you are guaranteed to have expert care and constant monitoring of your health from the clinical trial team. During a clinical trial, you are guaranteed to be given medical care and monitoring of your condition. Most of the time, the study sponsor covers most (if not all) of the costs associated with your participation in the study, which might include travel. Be sure to talk to your doctor and the clinical trial team about costs and reimbursement rules.