Patient's Guide to Clinical Trials : Navigating the Promise and Pitfalls of E...

by Palma, Jose-alberto

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Patient's Guide to Clinical Trials : Navigating the Promise and Pitfalls of Experimental Treatments, Hardcover by Palma, Jose-alberto, ISBN 9798881842475, ISBN-13 9798881842475, Like New Used, Free shipping in the US Every year, millions of people are diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses for which standard-of-care treatments are limited or nonexistent. In the United States alone, nearly 2 million people are diagnosed with cancer annually, with many facing grim odds as about 90% of these cancers remain incurable. Additionally, almost 6 million Americans are living with neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) for which currently there is no cure. For the 30 million Americans with rare diseases, the lack of approved therapies is even more profound. Despite the urgent need for new therapies, only a few patients participate in clinical trials, which are vital for advancing medical science. For example, only 8% of adult cancer patients participate in clinical trials, with even lower rates among Black and Hispanic populations. This gap is not merely due to a lack of interest; the clinical trial process can be daunting, with its complexities often leaving patients and their families uninformed and overwhelmed. While some resources offer basic information, they frequently overlook the comprehensive guidance needed to understand both the potential benefits and the risks involved. This guide also serves as a valuable resourc

• ISBN: 9798881842475
• Condition: Fine

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