The Association of Clinical Research Organizations (ACRO), which represents the global leaders in clinical outsourcing, today released the following statement in recognition of World Heart Day.
"Last year, ACRO member companies conducted nearly 600 clinical trials of new drugs and treatments for cardiovascular disease involving 230,000 patients around the world," said Doug Peddicord, PhD, Executive Director. "According to the World Heart Association, 17.1 million people die each year from cardiovascular disease, 80 percent of whom are in developing countries. These sobering numbers highlight the importance of not only conducting further research into cardiovascular disease but also ensuring this research is carried out globally."
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