Pacific Clinical Research Network

05/02/2026

FAQ – Is Participation in a Clinical Trial Safe?

Safety is the top priority in every clinical trial.🛡️

All our trials follow strict ethical and medical guidelines and undergo rigorous review by the MoH, MedSafe, and an independent ethics board before we can recruit participants.

Participants are closely monitored by highly experienced healthcare professionals and specialists throughout the study.

Your well-being always comes first.

04/02/2026

Curious about clinical trials or clinical research?

At PCRN, we’re dedicated to a patient-first approach—from pre-screening to post-trial care. Our studies not only advance research but also make a real impact on lives.

Discover the latest about our trials!

🔗 Visit us at PCRN.co.nz

04/02/2026

Today is World Cancer Day, a reminder of the importance of coming together to reduce the impact of cancer in our communities.

One of the most powerful tools we have is early detection.
✅ Regular health checks
✅ Cancer screening programmes
✅ Knowing what changes to look out for

Screening can help find cancer early, when treatment is often more effective.

At Pacific Clinical Research Network, we encourage everyone to take advantage of available screening and to speak with their GP about what’s right for them.

💙 Looking after your health starts with awareness and prevention.

04/02/2026

Clinical Trials 101 – What is a Clinical Trial?

Clinical trials are highly regulated, carefully designed medical studies that help researchers learn about and discover better ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat certain diseases and health conditions.

Clinical trial volunteers play an extremely vital role in shaping the future of healthcare. Research would not be possible without participants like you.

📩 Curious to learn more? We’re always happy to answer questions. DM us or call us today.

03/02/2026

New Zealand has some of the highest obesity rates in the OECD, with around 1 in 3 adults and 1 in 8 children affected, and the numbers are still rising (MoH, 2024). Obesity disproportionately impacts Māori, Pasifika, and communities in higher-deprivation areas, highlighting the urgent need for research into more effective treatments that are accessible to everyone.

Being obese or overweight is not a personal failure. It’s influenced by genetics, hormones, environment, health systems and lifestyle. Obesity is a precursor to many long-term health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, stroke and some cancers.

Clinical research helps us better understand treatment options and support pathways. If you are overweight or obese, sign up for our volunteer database to be notified when you are eligible for a potential new obesity/weight loss treatment.

03/02/2026

🚨 Current enrolling studies 🚨

Do you or someone you know suffer from one of these illnesses or conditions?

🧬 You can sign up or learn more about our studies here: //pcrn.co.nz/current-trials/

16/12/2025

🧠 Living with chronic migraine? You're not alone.
Pacific Clinical Research Network is looking for people diagnosed with chronic or episodic migraine to join its research study investigating a potential new treatment aimed at preventing migraine.

⚕ Receive specialised care by highly trained NZ doctors and nurses
🏥 All study-related care and medication is provided free of charge
✅ Reimbursement for time and travel

Find a location near you today: https://bit.ly/merantimigraine
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19/11/2025

Today, we stand with communities around the world to acknowledge World COPD Day, an annual initiative coordinated by Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease - GOLD to raise awareness and reduce the global impact of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).

The 2025 theme, “Short of Breath, Think COPD,” is especially important for Māori and Pasifika communities, where COPD is often underdiagnosed and symptoms may be overlooked or attributed to other conditions.

COPD should be considered in anyone who has:
➡️ Ongoing breathlessness
➡️ Chronic cough or mucus
➡️ Regular chest infections
➡️ Past or current exposure to to***co, cooking smoke, or workplace dusts

Early diagnosis matters, and earlier treatment can lead to:
✔ Fewer symptoms
✔ Improved lung function
✔ Better quality of life
✔ Reduced hospitalisations

At PCRN, we are proud to work alongside health professionals, educators, and patient advocates across Aotearoa to support earlier recognition, better management, and stronger research outcomes for COPD.

Let’s raise awareness and support healthier futures for our communities.
📅 World COPD Day | November 19

23/09/2025

Are you suffering from Ulcerative Colitis (UC)?

Pacific Clinical Research New Zealand is looking for adults aged 18-75 with Ulcerative Colitis (UC) to participate in a clinical research study investigating the effectiveness of a potential a new medication that could change the way UC is treated.

✅ No cost to participate
✅ Receive expert care throughout the study
✅ Compensation for time and travel

Interested? Call 0800 727 669

https://pcrn.co.nz/inflam/

10/09/2025

We’re proud to be collaborating with the University of Auckland's Centre for Brain Research and Dr Richard Roxburgh on a clinical trial testing a potential genetic therapy for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD).

This rare condition currently has no treatment that changes its course. The investigational therapy aims to use epigenetic editing delivered through a modified virus to suppress the faulty DUX4 gene.

This research represents an important step forward in understanding and managing FSHD for patients around the world.

👉 Read the full article here: https://www.auckland.ac.nz/en/news/2025/08/27/world-first-gene-therapy-trial-for-muscular-dystrophy.html

A groundbreaking genetic treatment for a rare form of muscular dystrophy is being trialled at the University of Auckland’s Centre for Brain Research.

08/09/2025

Exciting news from Tokyo 💙

Some of our PCRN team travelled to Japan for the Investigator Meeting of a new chronic migraine research study!

We’re proud to be working alongside Dr Ros Hill, who will lead the study in Auckland as our Principal Investigator.

Chronic migraine affects thousands of people in New Zealand and can be life-changing. This new study is a step toward finding better treatment options for those living with migraine.

👉 Stay tuned as we share more about how you or someone you know may be able to take part.

02/09/2025

See if you or your child is eligible at: https://pcrn.co.nz/current-trials/

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