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What to ask before joining a clinical trial

October 03, 2008
Advertisements for clinical trials are everywhere these days--in doctor's offices, on the radio and television, and even on billboards. Experts say the research industry has boosted its advertising because of problems getting people to participate in these studies. But what do you need to know before choosing to become part of a clinical trial? Elizabeth Cohen from CNN talks to experts about these studies, and she lists five questions to ask before entering a clinical trial. Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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Living an Unplanned Life
By PJ Hamel , Health Expert

Up here in northern New England, September is a month with a changeable personality. Early... Read more »

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Doctor, should I (or my family member) enroll in a research study on Alzheimer’s disease?
By David Roeltgen, MD , Health Expert

Currently, any of us can go to the Web site from the National Institute of Health and find a list... Read more »

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Contest Rules Subject must be headache or Migraine related, but may be metaphoric or abstract. Form: Rhymed, free-verse, any form of poetry, but not prose. Poetry must be original and written by... Read more »
Social Anxiety Situations
According to Associated Press reports, Heather Locklear, famous for roles on television dramas "Dynasty" and "Melrose Place," has checked into an Arizona medical facility for psychological treatment,... Read more »
Your Blood's Amazing Trip through Your Vascular System
Your vascular system is made up of vessels that carry your blood throughout your body.  Arteries carry oxygen-rich blood away from your heart.  Veins carry oxygen-poor blood back to your heart. ... Read more »
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 Entering her mind it is revealed, The answers are all there Ignorance floats away and the truths are absorbed It seems so easy but is a great challenge I speak, she speaks, a new understanding... Read more »
ADHD in Elementary School
As children enter into third grade, demands increase. During the coming years, schoolwork becomes more complex, with projects that may require planning and need to be completed in steps. Teachers... Read more »

Medications

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This medication is used to treat seizure disorders, certain psychiatric conditions (manic phase of... Read more »

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Aspirin is used to reduce fever and relieve mild to moderate pain from conditions such as muscle... Read more »

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This medication is used to temporarily relieve itching eyes caused by seasonal allergies. It is... Read more »

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Diclofenac is used to relieve pain, swelling (inflammation), and joint stiffness caused by... Read more »

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