The Communications Handbook for Clinical Trials is a powerful resource that guides the work of researchers, study coordinators, and communications professionals involved in clinical trials of new drugs or interventions. Incorporating lessons learned and best practices from trial experiences in countries worldwide, the Handbook provides practical guidance for anticipating and responding to the challenges posed by clinical research, especially in resource-limited settings.

The book includes:
*         Sample communications plans for clinical trials
*         Communications and crisis-planning templates and checklists
*         Scenario-planning tools to facilitate planning for the release of trial results
*         Ideas on delegating communications tasks to reduce demand on key site staff
*         Tips and techniques on how to communicate effectively in interviews, in meetings, and with the media.

Tip 1-Investing in developing and implementing a comprehensive communications plan pays dividends in many ways:

*         Saves time, energy, and money

*         Informs key stakeholders while preventing misinformation and over-reaction

*         Maintains support for the current study and for future research

*         Provides sound sources of information for news media

*         Prevents and mitigates crises


The Handbook was developed with input from nearly 100 individuals, representing 15 countries and 30 organizations.

The Communications Handbook for Clinical Trials is available as a free download at www.mmci-communications.org/resources/communications-handbook-for-clinical-trials<http://www.mmci-communications.org/resources/communications-handbook-for-clinical-trials>.

To order the hard copy:
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or fax it to: +1 (919) 544-7261.
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Complimentary copies may be available for qualified applicants based in developing countries. Applicants for a complimentary copy should send a request describing their professional involvement in clinical trial management on letterhead stationery.


David Hock
FHI
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