Another negative story/"expose" on clinical trials in emerging markets airing on DATELINE tonight 7pm est

Another negative story/"expose" on clinical trials in emerging markets airing on DATELINE tonight.  What a shame.  One big reason sponsors go to these markets to conduct studies are the need for more patients to participate. Yet, clearly, conducting trials in these under-regulated climates is so risky.  Until these countries have established the necessary infrastructure, checks and balances, how about we just do a better job-recruiting patients in countries with systems "up to code"? The pool of patients is unquestionably there: Data shows 80% of those surveyed among the public are interested in participating in clinical research, yet less than 20% know how or where to get involved. And once they participate, 80% say they'd do it again! The pool of clinical trial participants in the U.S. is strong -- we just have to do a better job engaging and educating people through trusted channels.  Starting in April, MyTrialFinder is taking clinical trials mainstream on WebMD, the most trusted source for health information online with the largest audience of people seeking healthcare info. One huge leap closer to solving the problem.

http://openchannel.msnbc.msn.com/_news/2012/03/02/10561824-people-keep-falling-sick-how-poor-indians-are-recruited-for-clinical-drug-trials?chromedomain=insidedateline