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Research
Research aims to find out more about an illness, condition, treatment, therapy, or care by directly involving people.
In 2006, the Department of Health set up a National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) to create a world-class health system within the NHS, and the Clinical Research Network is part of this wider organisation. The Confederation, Hillingdon CIC partners with NIHR to ensure Hillingdon practices can support the advancements of heathcare.
Our 42 Hillingdon practices are all engaged with research and recognise its importance which is why we ensure our patients are given the opportunity to contribute to the continuous improvements to healthcare.
If you are registered at a Hillingdon practice, you may receive an invite via SMS or email asking you if you would like to participate in a research study. All study participation is voluntary and you are able to withdraw at any time without any explanation required.
Getting Involved
There are many ways to get involved with research:
Register to the Be Part of Research website - an online database of nearly 6,000 research studies covering a wide range of physical, mental and social conditions. Registration is quick, easy and free.
Ask your practice if there are any research studies that you are currently eligible for.
'Opt in' to receive updates via your NHS app.
Speak to The Confederation Research Team at one of our patient engagement events.