About Cancer Trials

Why are Clinical Trials Important?

A clinical trial is one of the final stages of a long and careful cancer research process. Studies are done with cancer patients to find out whether promising approaches to cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment are safe and effective. 

What is a Clinical Trial?

Clinical trials are research studies in which people help doctors find ways to improve health and cancer care. Each study tries to answer scientific questions and to find better ways to prevent, diagnose, or treat cancer.

How Do I Participate in a HOG Clinical Trial?

If you would like more information on a HOG Clinical Trial, please complete and submit the Contact Us Form.

National Cancer Institute FactSheet on Clinical Trials