Qualified individuals who are interested in participating in the START trial will be asked to attend a screening appointment to further assess whether you are a good fit for this trial. If the screening process indicates that you are eligible and you decide to participate, you will be enrolled as a volunteer in the trial.
At the beginning of the trial, you (or your child) will stay in the hospital for 5-8 days to receive the study treatment (or placebo).
All participants in the START trial will receive, at no cost to themselves:
- participation in an intensive diabetes management program
- access to study doctors or nurses to discuss questions and concerns
- regular counselling with diabetes educators
- regular physical exams
- regular laboratory testing to assess diabetes progression
- a complimentary blood glucose monitor and supplies for the duration of the study
Some compensation is also available: START staff will provide more details at your request.
Participants will also be asked to attend several appointments over a period of 2 years.
To be eligible to for the START trial, you or your child must be between the ages of 12-35 years old and diagnosed with type 1 diabetes within the last 3 months. To be eligible to participate in the START trial, you must:
- be aged 12-35
- have been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes within the past 3 months
If you believe you may be eligible to participate, contact a clinical site nearest you for more information.
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