Thousands of people take part in research every day within the NHS.
Clinical research is important as it helps us to understand how to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Evidence shows that patients who are treated in research active hospitals have better outcomes than non-research active hospitals, and we ensure this at North Bristol NHS Trust by making our research accessible to as many people in the region as possible.
Taking part doesn’t always mean being prescribed a new medicine or tablet. It can involve you providing a urine or blood sample, being asked to complete a questionnaire, or simply having a researcher ask you a few questions about your treatment.
At North Bristol NHS Trust, there are several ways you can get involved:
