Essence Magazine
January 2005
SECTION: NOW! Issues
Pg. 34

YOU CAN AFFECT THE SUCCESS OF FUTURE TRIALS

Organizations such as the Congressional Black Caucus and The National Minority Health Month Foundation advocate increased minority participation in clinical trials to help researchers better understand how racial differences affect drug therapies for diseases and disorders including cancer, lupus and obesity. It's key to get the facts and weigh the risks and benefits. For more information, visit the National Institutes of Health Web site clinicaltrials.gov.