It’s important you have a clear understanding of the benefits and risks to you and how it may impact on your health and privacy before you agree to take part. Depending on the type of research study or clinical trial you’re looking at participating in, it may be physically or emotionally demanding, and may require you to provide personal information.
You should ask the research project team for detailed information about the study, including the team’s credentials and experience. You might also find it useful to discuss the research study or clinical trial opportunity with someone independent of the study. This could be a member of your health care team.