Clinical TrialsView the National Cancer Institute's "Understanding Cancer Clinical Trials" video.
As one of the National Cancer Institute’s designated cancer centers, The Cancer Institute of New Jersey is able to provide access to research studies not available at other hospitals, clinics or doctor’s offices. The Cancer Institute of New Jersey currently enrolls more than 1,000 patients in clinical trials or approximately 15% of all new adult cancer patients and approximately 70% of all pediatric cancer patients on clinical trials. The Cancer Institute of New Jersey is committed to finding the latest and best treatment options for cancer patients through research studies. |
Clinical research touches every person’s life on a regular basis. It plays an important role in moving medical science and improving the public’s health. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than half of all Americans are taking prescription medications at the present time. Most Americans report routinely using over-the-counter medications. All medicines, both prescription and over-the-counter, have gone through clinical testing, involving people who have volunteered to take part in a clinical trial, also known as a research study. All of today’s successful treatments for cancer are based on results of past cancer research studies. Because of progress made through research studies, people treated for cancer are living longer. 