Clinical Trials Update: Aug. 18, 2009

Aug. 19 -- (HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of ClinicalConnection.com:

High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)

This study will evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the study medication vs. placebo when added to a statin in slowing the progression of atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries).

The research site is in Gilbert, Ariz.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/high_cholesterol.aspx.

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Diabetes

This study, for people with diabetes, will test the accuracy of an investigational device.

The research site is in Chicago, Ill.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/diabetes.aspx.

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Depression (Ages 18-65)

This study will evaluate markers that predict treatment response to three antidepressant medications. To qualify, you must be aged 18 to 65, diagnosed with major depressive disorder, and have no recent use of antidepressant medication. The research site is in New York City.

More information

Please see http://www.clinicalconnection.com/clinical_trials/condition/depression.aspx.

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