The Gift of Participation takes a fresh look at why participation in clinical research really matters. This book addresses what clinical participation means and how it helps to advance medical science. Practical information on subjects like insurance coverage, compensation, and tax ramifications for clinical research volunteers also is included.
The new edition of the The Gift features important updates on core information and many new areas including:
- The role that social and digital media are playing in clinical research
- The collection of bio-marker data and genetic material in clinical research
- The Sunshine Act
- Evolving rules on clinical trial results disclosure
The Gift of Participation is a comprehensive guide for volunteers to navigate the clinical research process and a great way for study staff, CROs, and sponsors to thank their study volunteers.
More than 250,000 copies of the nationally recognized first edition have been circulated worldwide.