Figures published in Tufts CSDD Impact Reports in 20201 highlight the passion within the rare disease population to be involved in research, with dropout rates lower than in any other indication. Recruitment rates were higher across all indications than in previous years. The average dropout rate of 19.1 per cent […]
Blogs
DCT Digital Week Presentation
There are many reasons for patients dropping out of studies. Some are easy to avoid: travel difficulties, financial challenges, pressure of work-life commitments – essentially the burden of participation. We look at how today’s smartphone and wearable technology can combine with smart thinking, delivering better data and a more compassionate […]
Coronavirus (Covid-19) Position Statement
Illingworth Research Group herewith provide a brief communique to update clients and stakeholders utilising Illingworth’s Research Nursing (RN) services on the current impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Illingworth continues to provide our services with minimal interruptions. Travel and Logistics Illingworth RNs have been able to continue travelling within the limitations […]
When a picture is worth a thousand words: Leveraging medical imaging in clinical trials.
Medical photography can deliver a broad range of information about investigational medicinal products (IMPs) and devices. In early phase clinical trials, it can be used to gain insight on mechanism of action and clinical pharmacology. In later phase trials, medical photography can be used to assess, quantify, and monitor response […]
My Experience as an Associate Medical Photographer
I joined Illingworth Research 4 years ago, as an Assistant Administrator for the Research Nursing Department. I had never worked for a clinical research company before, or indeed any kind of medical related company so I suddenly found myself in a world very unfamiliar to me. My background is in […]
Patient transportation during COVID-19
Ensuring patients reach their site visits safely and comfortably is our number one concern, and in the midst of this global pandemic, the pressure of patient drop-out weighs heavier than ever before. PatientGO® is offering sites and sponsors a unique travel solution to protect patients, with specialist vehicles fitted with […]
Tales of a Research Nurse completing visits during COVID-19, IV
Covid-19 challenges us all, patients, carers, families, and the way we work as RN’s. Covid-19 does not change the fact that we continue to find a way to turn up and commit ourselves to our job, advocating for our patients as Research Nurses and in our commitment to researching new […]
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