To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Members of the Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) community at the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Leeds have shared why research is important to them and the impact it has had on their lives.
From improving treatment options to helping people better understand and manage long-term conditions, their experiences highlight the vital role research plays in improving patient care and shaping the future of healthcare.
Sarojni said: “Research gave me my life back. Before my surgery, my knee pain affected everything I did. Taking part in the study meant I was closely monitored and supported throughout. I recovered really well and was walking with a stick just three weeks after surgery.”
Iain said: “As someone born with congenital heart disease, research is incredibly important to me. People are now living much longer with conditions that weren’t well understood decades ago. Research helps find answers, improve care and support future generations.”
Induben said: “I am very grateful for all the care and support I received during my treatment. Research is important because it helps doctors continue improving care for patients like me.”
Sinead said: “Research is important to me because I live with several health conditions. Being involved helps me better understand my conditions and gives patients earlier access to information and improved treatments.”
Clive said: “Research helps find better treatments and better solutions. Thanks to research into psoriatic arthritis, I was able to receive treatment that helped balance my immune system and improve my quality of life. I’m much better now than I was before.”
