Why do I need to agree to an informed consent statement to participate in the CMDIR?

We want to make sure that you clearly understand how and why your health data is being requested, as well as the opportunities that you will be offered to share your information with external researchers. We also want you to be fully informed about your participation, and any risks or benefits there are in doing so. 

This informed consent statement, along with other materials have been reviewed and approved by an Institutional Review Board.