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CISCRP & DIA Collaborate on 5K Run & Walk Event to Recognize Clinical Trial Volunteers

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“The goal of our 5K event is to raise public awareness and appreciation for medical heroes, and to celebrate and honor them for giving the gift of participation in clinical research.”


BOSTON (PRWEB)

The Center for Information and Study on Clinical Research Participation (CISCRP) and the Drug Information Association (DIA), two independent nonprofit organizations, are excited to announce the upcoming Medical Heroes Appreciation 5K Run & Walk in Boston. This event celebrates the volunteers and healthcare professionals who help make new treatments possible for everyone and aims to raise awareness about the important role that clinical research plays in advancing public health. CISCRP will host the Medical Heroes Appreciation 5K Run & Walk with the support of DIA, held in conjunction with DIA 2023, DIA’s Global Annual Meeting in Boston, June 25-29, 2023. The 5K event will take place on Tuesday, June 27, at Head Island Causeway at Castle Island, from 6:30- 7:30 AM. To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/journey-to-better-health-medical-heroes-appreciation-5k-run-walk-tickets-591516851827

“Medical Heroes are the millions of people who take part in clinical trials in an effort to help advance public health and the future of medicine,” says CISCRP’s Founder and Board Chair, Ken Getz. “The goal of our 5K event is to raise public awareness and appreciation for these individuals, and to celebrate and honor them for giving the gift of participation in clinical research.”

“We are excited to partner with CISCRP to host another Medical Heroes Appreciation 5K Run & Walk event at our Global Annual Meeting this year,” says Marwan Fathalla, President and Global Executive Officer, DIA. “We are hopeful that many of our members and other clinical research professionals attending DIA 2023 will participate in the 5K in appreciation of the clinical trial participants who help make new treatments possible.”

This event is being sponsored by Amicus Therapeutics, IQVIA, Javara, SDC, Parexel, Moderna, and StudyKik

Check-in on the day of the event, June 27th, begins at 6AM. The 5K Run & Walk will begin at 6:30. Racers will receive bibs, t-shirts, an athlete certificate, and the chance to win fun branded giveaways and raffle prizes. For more information about the 5K event, to volunteer, register, or become a sponsor, visit https://www.ciscrp.org/event/2022-medical-heroes-appreciation-5k-run-walk/

About CISCRP

CISCRP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to informing, educating, and engaging the public and patients as partners in the clinical research process. CISCRP provides a library of clinical research resources, programs, and services. Visit http://www.ciscrp.org for more information.

About DIA

DIA members represent the largest global network of life sciences professionals and stakeholders coming together to collaborate, discuss, and problem-solve challenges facing the life sciences field in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. These efforts aim to inspire better policies, regulations, science, research and development, and ultimately better patient outcomes worldwide. Learn more at https://www.diaglobal.org

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