NIH Launches New Site on Medical Research for Children

National Institutes of Health has created a new site Children & Clinical Studies to offer parents and health care providers an insider's guide to children's medical research.

Find out more on these topics:
Importance of Research In Kids
Why is research important, how is it different, safety and protections, are there benefits, your right to say no

Getting Started In a Study
Information on the research team, what you might need to ask, and what role kids play in participating

Once In a Study
Information on how studies affect the family and what kids think, what happens if you leave a study or what happens when it ends

Resources
Know what rights you have, where to find information, and terms that you may hear in a study

If you have other questions about clinical trials, call the Library at 660-1100.