Today is Clinical Trials Awareness Day

NIDDK Health Information News Clinical trials are at the heart of advances in health and medicine. Doctors and scientists need the help of volunteers to make progress against the most chronic, costly, and consequential diseases and conditions in the nation.   This Clinical Trials Awareness Day, here is how you can get involved: Watch and share this video featuring NIDDK Director Dr. Griffin P. Rodgers as he explains the importance of participating in clinical trials. Visit ClinicalTrials.gov to see a list of studies available in your area. Consult with your health care provider to find out if a clinical trial is right for you. Have a conversation with friends or family if you are considering signing up or know someone who may benefit from a research study.    If you’re a health care professional, we encourage you to use this video to inspire clinical trial enrollment by sharing it with your patients. For more information about clinical trials, including personal stories of hope from NIDDK clinical research, visit our website. Learn More