What is a Clinical Trial?

Jan 7, 2011Clinical Trial, Vaccines

A clinical trial is a medical research study that tests the efficacy of new medications, vaccines or procedures. Clinical trials are safe and effective in finding new treatments and methods to improve health.

Clinical trials include prevention options, new treatments, new ways to use existing treatments and medications, new screening and diagnostic techniques, and options for improving the quality of life for everyone.

All clinical trials are performed according to a study protocol, or the plan for the trial. The protocol lays out what types of patients may enter the study, the schedules of tests and procedures, drugs, dosages, and length of study, as well as the outcomes that will be measured. All patients participating in the study must agree to the rules set out by the protocol and abide by them in order to remain in the study.

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Update on COVID-19

To: Our Sponsors, CROs, Patients, and Employees

At CenExel Clinical Research, our top priorities are the safety and health of our patients and employees. For our Centers of Excellence to provide the highest quality of clinical research, we established and maintain a COVID-19 Task Force with representatives from every Center. The Task Force is charged with continuous monitoring of the pandemic and providing guidance and communication.

Our clinical operations continue, and we have implemented the following additional safety measures:

Enhanced screening of everyone entering any of our facilities before they are admitted into our offices or clinical areas
Reinforced internal communication regarding the COVID-19 situation, CDC and SHRM recommendations, digital team meetings, and the importance of using sick leave for anyone who has signs, symptoms, or recent exposure to someone with suspected or diagnosed COVID-19
Additional cleaning and disinfecting materials provided through our clinic and office areas
Cross-training and preparations for contingency plans if key staff need to stay home

We will continue to monitor the current situation, coordinate with the proper authorities, and update our policies and procedures as needed to ensure the safety of our patients and employees.

What is a Clinical Trial?

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​Update on COVID-19

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Update on COVID-19