"Professional guinea pigs": Inside the world of clinical drug trials
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The Ethics and Oversight of Clinical Trials in Canada
This chapter explores Canada's significant role in the global clinical trial industry, examining participant experiences, ethical dilemmas, and the limited regulatory oversight from Health Canada. It highlights the discrepancies between public and private trial recruitment practices and raises critical questions about participant integrity and data quality. The discussion also contrasts regulatory measures in other Western countries, emphasizing the need for enhanced safety and oversight in clinical research.
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