Diverse Women in Clinical Trials
From the FDA Office of Women's Health
Clinical trials help bring new medical products to people who need them.
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Women in Clinical Trials: for patients
Learn more about why it is important for women to participate in clinical trials, and find questions to ask your health care provider about whether a clinical trial might be right for you.
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Women in Clinical Trials: research and policy
OWH was established to advocate for the participation of women in clinical trials and the analyses of data by sex. Learn more about OWH research in this area.
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Resources for researchers and health professionals
Learn about OWH's Diverse Women in Clinical Trials campaign and find resources to share with your patients and communities.
RELATED INFORMATION
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Sex as a biological variable
Understanding mechanisms of sex differences in medical product development is crucial for regulatory decisions and optimal treatment outcomes.
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Pregnancy exposure registries
Information collected can help health care providers and others who are pregnant learn more about the safety of medicines and vaccines used during pregnancy.
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Women's health education and training
Find continuing education opportunities, upcoming events, and subscribe to receive the latest information about future opportunities from OWH.
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Resources for stakeholders
Find resources and toolkits to share women’s health information, including OWH Pink Ribbon Guide and College Women's Campaign.
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Contact the FDA Office of Women's Health
Office of Women's Health
10903 New Hampshire Ave WO32-2333
Silver Spring, MD 20993