21751 covance take a tour leaflet v2
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21751 covance take a tour leaflet v2
A STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO CLINICAL TRIALS AT COVANCE, LEEDS Take a look around PAGE 1 THE BENEFITS OF BEING A PAID VOLUNTEER PAGE 2 REASSURANCE AT EVERY STEP GETTING STARTED PAGE 3 YOUR PERMISSION YOUR FREE HEALTH CHECK PAGE 4 THE GREEN LIGHT THE BIG DAY PAGE 5 CHECKING-IN GETTING SETTLED PAGE 6 UP AND RUNNING TAKING THE STUDY DRUG PAGE 7 REGULAR SAMPLES WAITED ON HAND AND FOOT PAGE 8 YOUR FREE TIME PAGE 9 ALL DONE THE BENEFITS OF BEING A PAID VOLUNTEER There are many reasons why people choose to take part in Covance clinical trials. Besides being a great way to boost your income, you’re helping the medical profession develop pioneering treatments for conditions like diabetes and Alzheimer’s. And with plenty of free time, it’s a good way to relax and make friends. Taking part is simple and just a little of your time could earn you from £100 per day. RECOMMEND A FRIEND 1 REASSURANCE AT EVERY STEP We understand that taking part is a big decision. That’s why our friendly team has all the information to answer your questions and put your mind at rest. Whether you’re asking about the tests, how long you’ll need to stay or what facilities we have our team can help. If you’re close enough, you can even pop in for a tour. GETTING STARTED The first thing we do is a thorough health check called a screening visit. This is routine and only takes a couple of hours at our Leeds clinic. Simply book an appointment that suits you and we’ll even reimburse your travel costs. You’ll need to bring some photo ID like your driving license or passport and you may have to prepare by cutting out alcohol and exercise. But don’t worry, we’ll let you know the details beforehand. We will even send you reminder texts so you don’t forget. Our comfy Screening Reception has the latest newspapers and celebrity magazines, as well as plenty of TVs and PCs where you can surf while you wait. 2 YOUR PERMISSION Before you go any further we need your consent. That’s why one of our highly skilled doctors will talk you through everything. We’ll also give you lots of information to read through and discuss with your family and friends before your screening visit. This is to make sure you’re happy with the trial you’ve chosen and the screening process. If you’re satisfied, you can then sign an ‘informed consent’ form. This is your written permission for us to carry out the screening tests and later, the trial. Don’t worry, you can change your mind and stop taking part in the trial at any point. YOUR FREE HEALTH CHECK Your free health check or screening visit is very thorough. First we chat through your medical history, then give you a physical examination. Here we’ll record your height, weight, blood pressure and heart rate. One of our nurses will test your heart function using an ECG machine, as well as taking blood and urine samples. And yes, there will be needles. Our team will do all they can to put you at ease but if you’re not keen, maybe this isn’t for you. 3 THE GREEN LIGHT A couple of days after your assessment we’ll let you know whether you’re suitable. If not, don’t worry. Each study has specific criteria and even if you’re in tip top condition something as simple as a recent holiday jab can affect a trial. But please try again, because in a couple of months you could be just what we’re looking for. THE BIG DAY Each trial needs a little bit of preparation. We’ll send you all the details well in advance. Our friendly team will also call you to remind you of all the things you need to do or bring with you. It’s usually things like no alcohol and no breakfast or lunch beforehand. Strenuous exercise like zumba or playing football can also be off limits. 4 CHECKING-IN GETTING SETTLED When you arrive you’ll be greeted by our friendly clinical staff. Just to make sure you aren’t bringing alcohol or snacks with you we’ll have a quick look in your bags. It’s very important that you stick to study guidelines, if you don’t, it unfortunately means we can’t use your results. Once you’ve checked in we’ll introduce you to the team who’ll be looking after you and then we’ll show you to your bedroom. You’ll share this room with at least six other same sex volunteers, so there’ll be plenty going on and if you don’t want to join in you can pull the curtains round, dip into a magazine or cram in some extra studying. 5 UP AND RUNNING We’ll wake you bright and early on the morning of your trial and after a few more medical checks you’re ready to start. It’s so easy you don’t even have to get out of bed for these, just sit back and relax. TAKING THE STUDY DRUG Taking the study drug is a very important part of the clinical trial. Our experienced nurses will give you the study drug and tell you everything you need to know. 6 REGULAR SAMPLES The first dosing day is pretty busy. We’ll often take samples of blood and urine usually to a set time frame, also, many doctors and nurses will visit you throughout the day to note down how you’re feeling. Some days are busier than others, it depends on your trial and how long you’re staying. WAITED ON HAND AND FOOT Whilst you’re here you can look forward to a great range of tasty meals freshly prepared in our kitchens by the Covance chefs. These tempting dishes and desserts are brought to your table in our dining room by friendly waitresses. What more could you ask for? 7 YOUR FREE TIME There’s plenty to do when you aren’t being monitored. Our Recreation Officer always has something planned like pool tournaments and quizzes to get your brain going. You can also settle down to Sky Movies and Sky Sports which means footie fans don’t miss a match. Those who love gaming will enjoy our classic Pac-Man, our PS3 and the Xbox 360. We’re also kitted out with PCs and fast Wi-Fi so you can chat on Facebook, finish that Uni assignment or simply escape with a good book or glossy magazine. And for something altogether different, there are language courses and craft workshops too. 8 ALL DONE Here comes the easy part. Because every trial is different you could spend just a couple of days in the clinic, a week or even longer. We’ll check you over before you leave and after any return visits are finished you’ll have a final check-up which marks the end of your trial. And here’s the best bit, you receive your cheque before you leave. RECOMMEND A FRIEND If you enjoyed your stay with Covance and liked its earning potential even more, why not boost your income yet again by recommending us to a friend or relative. It’s easy, for every person you recommend who goes on to attend a screening visit you’ll be financially rewarded again. 9 Volunteering with Covance is a great way to increase your earning potential whether you’re a student, retired or simply fancy trying something different. There are plenty of studies to choose from. Trials vary from two day stays to one month residential and these include weekday and weekend studies, so there’s bound to be something that suits you. If you fancy joining leading experts in medical research to develop groundbreaking treatments for everyday conditions like asthma, Parkinson’s and psoriasis we’d love to hear from you. Call 0800 591 570 or 0113 394 5200 now or find out more at www.covanceclinicaltrials.com Covance Clinical Research Unit, Springfield House, Hyde Street, Leeds, LS2 9LH 0800 591 570 0113 394 5200 [email protected] www.covanceclinicaltrials.com facebook.com/covanceleeds follow us @covanceleeds Created by ATP Advertising Volunteer today and earn from £100 per day