Questions and answers
What people ask most about Verixmed, the updates, the steps before a study and their information. If yours is not here, ask us.
An information service about clinical trials in six areas of health. Verixmed explains the kinds of study in each area and what taking part involves, and sends occasional updates by email or text to people who sign up.
No. Verixmed does not run, fund or recruit for studies, and it is not a medical provider. Study teams run their own trials and decide who takes part.
Yes. Reading the site and receiving updates cost nothing. Your mobile carrier’s message and data rates may apply to texts.
No. A message can tell you about research in the area you follow, but it never enrolls you in anything. If a study catches your interest, you get in touch with its team directly.
Occasionally, and no more than four texts in any month. Reply STOP at any time to end them, or HELP for help.
No. The number and the text box are optional. Without them, updates come by email only.
Only a study team can say, after checking your details at a screening visit. Each area page lists what to have ready, which makes that first conversation quicker.
Yes. Your doctor knows your history and can help you weigh a study against your other options. Our article on talking to your doctor covers what to ask.
The trial guide, the FAQ and the three articles apply to research in any area of health. Your own doctor can tell you about studies for your condition.
Only Verixmed, to send the updates you asked for and to answer you. Your details are never sold, rented or passed to a study team.
Reply STOP to any text, use the link in any email, or contact us by phone or email and we will delete your details.
Still have a question?
Call or write during office hours and a person will answer. We cannot advise on your health or on whether a study would take you.