Understanding Health Research
This section of Community Connect to Research will help you become more familiar with the health research process and how you might get involved. Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions, including:
You may have heard the term health research—or other terms, such as clinical trials, medical research, or medical studies—in the news or on television, and you may even know someone who is conducting or participating in research. While we may not always be aware of it, health research affects our daily lives. It has led to many improvements in our health.
When you visit your doctor or drug store, the advice and treatments they provide have been shaped by past research. Knowing how research is conducted can therefore help you understand why certain advice and treatments are offered. As a result, you can become a more informed patient. We hope this will help you feel more confident about the health decisions you make.
