Back On Track
While it’s still early, there are signs that the economy is on the way to recovery. I’ve noticed that there are more studies at many clinics right now than six months ago. Of course, the holiday period is normally a slow time with closures which limits the duration of most studies. Once we get into January, I think things will steadily improve. Just make sure you stay healthy, wash your hands often and if you come down with the flu, STAY HOME!
While there is no way to guarantee that you will get into a study, there are a few things that may help. Sign up for the earliest screening possible. Make sure you arrive on time to all screening and check-in visits. Be sure to follow all clinic and study specific guidelines. This should prevent erroneous lab results. In the end, don’t worry if you are a backup. I’ve seen studies where all of the backups have been used. But then there are studies where none of them are used. Unfortunately, not getting picked for a study is just part of the game. You can’t let that get you down.
