Must Knows about Life-Saving Clinical Trials for Patients and Loved Ones

The aim of a clinical trial is to safely, and in a controlled manner, study a brand new therapy, perhaps a drug, new drug combination, targeted therapy or medical device that hasn't been seen before. We might also be testing an already approved drug but for a different indication or disease.Sometimes a trial is designed to compare a new treatment with a standard treatment to find out which one is more effective or has fewer side effects, or maybe it's just looking at quality of life. Scientists may ask: Is this NEW treatment easier for patients to deal with such as a new pill versus going to an infusion center for an IV infusion? This could be a clinical trial. The information in this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. Please consult with your health care provider regarding your medical decisions and treatment. The listed resources are not intended to be endorsements.For more information, on clinical trials, visit LLS's Clinical Trials Support Center: https://www.lls.org/support/information-specialists/clinical-trial-support-center-ctscHere you will find a link to the referral form to submit to the Clinical Trial Support Center nurses to start the referral/trial search process at LLS.You can also speak to one of their Information Resource Center Specialists about many other issues (financial, disease education, diet, etc) and they can help determine if a clinical trial is the right next step and help fill out the referral with you.Information Resource Center: https://www.lls.org/support/information-specialists/Phone: 800-955-4572 (M-F 9am to 9pm EST)Chat live online (M-F 10am – 7pm ET) or email with any other questions: [email protected] more from the National Bone Marrow Transplant Link, visit us online at nbmtlink.org or call us at 800-546-5268.This season of Marrow Masters is sponsored by the nbmtLINK, Jazz Pharmaceuticals and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.nbmtLINK website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/ National Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/Check out our valued nbmtLINK resource books, some for sale, some free as downloadable, https://www.nbmtlink.org/shop/nbmtLINK Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/nbmtLINKFollow the nbmtLINK on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/nbmtlink/The nbmtLINK YouTube Page can be found by clicking here.This content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  It is crucial to consult directly with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical conditions, treatment options, or other health concerns.The views and opinions expressed by the speakers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the nbmtLINK.  Unless otherwise stated in an official policy, the nbmtLINK does not endorse any specific treatments, products, or services mentioned by the speakers. Reliance on any information provided is solely at your own risk.The Marrow Masters Podcast is produced by JAG Podcast Productions: https://jagpodcastproductions.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.