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Terminal Illness clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 3 Terminal Illness clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 2 countries (most in Switzerland (2), United States (1)). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 3Clinical trials
- 2Countries
Newest Terminal Illness clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Empowering Monterey Bay Residents for Collaborative and Equitable Care | — | Palo Alto, California | Recruiting | Jun 17, 2026 |
| DigiPall: digital symptom and wearable monitoring in palliative care | — | Zurich, Canton of Zurich | Recruiting | Sep 26, 2024 |
| Comparing live music therapy to recorded music therapy for terminally ill patients | — | Zurich, Canton of Zurich | Recruiting | Oct 31, 2023 |
All recruiting trials (3)
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Empowering Monterey Bay Residents for Collaborative and Equitable Care
This study tests whether regular phone coaching from a trained research assistant helps low-income and minority patients make shared decisions with their clinicians and feel more activated in their care.
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DigiPall: digital symptom and wearable monitoring in palliative care
This project will test whether a wearable that tracks heart rate and steps plus a daily smartphone chatbot that asks about symptoms and gives tips can reduce unplanned hospital readmissions and improve well‑being for people with advanced cancer or other life‑threatening illnesses in palliative care.
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Comparing live music therapy to recorded music therapy for terminally ill patients
This study is testing whether live music therapy can help terminally ill patients feel better compared to listening to recorded music.
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Quick answers
How many Terminal Illness clinical trials are recruiting right now?
3, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 2 countries. The most sites are in Switzerland (2 trials), United States (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
Find the studies that fit you
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