Clinical trials
Clinical trials are how new treatments are developed and existing treatments are improved. Find information for wherever you are right now.
Whether you're looking to understand what a clinical trial is, find a clinical trial, or learn more about taking part in blood cancer research, we're here to help.
On these pages, you will find trusted information about clinical trials. This includes how clinical trials work, what to expect during a clinical trial and the possible benefits and risks. We'll also tell you about the Blood Cancer UK services that can help you along the way.
What can we help you with today?
Understand what a clinical trial is
Find out how emerging treatments are developed, tested and kept safe.
Decide if a trial is right for you
Explore benefits, risks and common worries about clinical trials, to help you decide.
Find a clinical trial
Get help finding a blood cancer clinical trial that matches your diagnosis and circumstances.
Need something else?
If you're taking part in a trial
Practical information on tests, time commitment, side effects and leaving a trial.
Keep up with blood cancer research
Sign up for updates on new trials, and discover breakthroughs we've helped fund.
Help us make research better for everyone
Your experience can help us improve how research is done, and ensure everyone who needs it get access.
Building trust in clinical trials
Watch Lymphoma Pharmacist Asjad Yousif and Precious Jason talk about why clinical trials have failed Black, Pakistani and other minoritised communities, and how we can build trust
Visit our YouTube playlist to watch Building trust in clinical trials with Urdu subtitles.
Blood Cancer UK services that add to the care you already receive
Trusted information across every blood cancer, in the format and language that works for you.
- Our specialist nurses sit alongside your care team and can answer any questions you might have.
- Connect online with thousands of people from the blood cancer community who truly understand what you're going through.
Ask the blood cancer community about clinical trials
Connect with people who've been through a clinical trial themselves, or who are thinking about taking part, on our online community forum.
Information about your blood cancer
Find straightforward information that's specific to your situation and blood cancer.