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Frequently Asked Questions You probably have many questions before becoming a study volunteer. For the answers to the most commonly asked questions, choose from the list below. • What is a clinical trial? • Is it safe to take part in a clinical trial? • Why is clinical (medical) research so important? • What part does Covance play in the development of new drugs? • Who decides which drugs are tested? • What kind of drugs do you test at Covance CRU? • Who can volunteer? • Why do I need to be healthy? • What happens when I attend for my free medical? • What is an Informed Consent? • Are all studies residential? • What is the Clinic like? • What will happen to me on a study? • Are there things for volunteers to do during a study? • What is the food like? • Can I have visitors during my stay at the Unit? • What if I have a reaction to a study drug? • How much will I be paid and when do I receive payment? • How often can I take part in studies? • Is there more information available about clinical studies in general?