Stories

Giving meaning to the experience of having a stroke - Andrew's Story

Taking part in research gave meaning to life for GP Dr Andrew Thompson after a stroke

The opportunity to give something back - Debra's Story

‘I would definitely take part in any future trials as it is good to have the opportunity to give something back, and the only thing it costs is a little of your time. The outcomes are very important for improving treatments and benefitting patient welfare.'

Cerebral palsy patient beats the odds to live independently

A woman with cerebral palsy, who doctors thought may never walk or talk, is now living an independent life thanks to taking part in a clinical research study.

Sheffield study helped Neil return to work

Neil was made employee of the month following his return to work after taking part in the Working Win research study.

Your Path in Research: Claire's Story

Claire, a nurse in Hull, shares her research story with us.

"I call it my Christmas miracle"

Research helped find a 'cure' for Darren's haemophilia

Jack living life to the full after Haemophilia A 'cure' following study

Jack Grehan is living life to the full after a study based at Barts Health effectively 'cured' him of Haemophilia A.

Eastern patient finds a better balance after taking part in research

An NHS Coder from Suffolk is urging people to take part in health research after benefiting from the new treatment for a debilitating condition that affects her hearing and balance.

Research Champion - Anne

Anne's personal experiences led her to become a Research Champion

Research Gave Me My Life Back - Perry's Story

Taking part in a physiotherapy study at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust changed Perry's life