A recent Zogby Poll shows that most patients are open to participating in a clinical trial if they get their physician’s recommendation. Over 70% of patients would consider signing up for a clinical trial if their doctor said it would be beneficial. Yet, only 24% of patients say they have heard about clinical trials from their health care provider. The main reasons for lack of patient participation is lack of knowledge and lack of trust. The best way to overcome this resistance would be greater participation by doctors and other health care providers.

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