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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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Illustration of women in silhouette. Women in Clinical Trials Equals Hope.

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.

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.

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.

Sex as a biological variable

Understanding mechanisms of sex differences in medical product development is crucial for regulatory decisions and optimal treatment outcomes.

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.

Women's health education and training

Find continuing education opportunities, upcoming events, and subscribe to receive the latest information about future opportunities from OWH.

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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Diverse Women in Clinical Trials

From the FDA Office of Women's Health