Comprehensive Guide to Cancer Clinical Trial Resources

Disclaimer: Before considering participation in a clinical trial, it's essential to discuss all options with your oncologist or healthcare provider. Clinical trials are experimental and can have risks.

Website: https://www.clinicaltrials.gov
Description: The major U.S. government-run registry of clinical trials covers all conditions, including cancer. Patients can search by disease type, treatment type, phase, location, and recruitment status.
Additional Features: Broad search filters, detailed trial summaries, and global coverage.

Website: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/clinical-trials
Description: NCI’s dedicated portal for cancer-specific clinical trials. Offers guidance on eligibility, enrollment, and how to evaluate trials.
Additional Features: Step-by-step trial search guide, access to NCI-supported studies, pediatric and immunotherapy trial listings.

Website: https://www.cancer.org/support-programs-and-services.html Description: Provides educational resources explaining clinical trials, including what to expect, risks, benefits, and how to participate.
Additional Features: Trial search tool, patient support services, and local trial assistance.

Website: https://www.nccn.org
Description: A coalition of top U.S. cancer centers. Offers trial listings and publishes widely used clinical treatment guidelines.
Additional Features: Clinical practice guidelines, webinars, and patient education resources.

Website: https://www.cancerresearch.org/clinical-trials
Description: Nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing cancer immunotherapy. Provides a searchable database of immunotherapy-focused trials.
Additional Features: Immunotherapy trial finder, caregiver and patient resources.

Website: https://www.bethematch.org
Description: Connects patients with blood cancers (like leukemia or lymphoma) to clinical trials involving bone marrow and stem cell transplants.
Additional Features: Bone marrow registry, transplant information, patient education.

Website: https://www.patientadvocate.org
Description: Offers a Clinical Trial Navigation Program to help match cancer patients with appropriate trials based on diagnosis and treatment history.
Additional Features: Financial assistance, insurance and legal advocacy, patient navigation.

Website: https://www.oncolink.org
Description: Provides extensive educational resources on cancer types, treatments, and available clinical trials.
Additional Features: Clinical trial search tool, patient guides, and treatment information.

Website: https://www.mycancergenome.org
Description: Helps patients find trials targeting specific genetic mutations or biomarkers associated with their cancer.
Additional Features: Precision medicine database, educational resources on genetic testing.

Website: https://www.clinicaltrialsforall.org
Description: Patient-friendly site offering clear explanations of clinical trials and tools to help individuals find studies they may qualify for.
Additional Features: Resource library, guides for new participants, and educational videos.

Website: https://www.lilly.com/science/clinical-trials/cancer/resources-guides
Description: Provides comprehensive guides to understanding and preparing for clinical trials.
Additional Features: Downloadable “Questions to Ask” guides, links to ongoing studies.

Website: https://www.myaccesshope.org
Description: A newer service (launched in 2025) that helps cancer patients and community oncologists identify and enroll in suitable clinical trials.

• Prepare before searching: Know your cancer type, stage, treatment history, and any biomarkers.
   
• Check eligibility carefully: Each trial has inclusion and exclusion criteria.
   
• Discuss with your oncologist: They can help assess risks, benefits, and suitability.
   
• Precision medicine: Many modern trials target specific genetic mutations—consider genomic testing.
   
• Use multiple sources: Some trials appear only on sponsor or hospital websites, not in public databases.