(HealthDay News) -- Here are the latest clinical trials, courtesy of Thomson CenterWatch:
Heart Disease
If you are male age 50 or older, or a woman 60 or older, with no history of heart disease or stroke, you may qualify for this study.
The research site is in New York City.
More information
Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat213.html.
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Obesity
If you are overweight, you may qualify for this 1-year study of an investigational weight-loss medication. Participants will receive all study related care including dietary counseling and investigational medication, and may be compensated up to $650 for time and travel.
The research site is in West Palm Beach, Fla.
More information
Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat107.html.
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Shingles
You may qualify for this study if you are age 60 or older. Participants will receive all study related care and investigational shingles vaccine at no cost, and may be compensated up to $80 for time and travel.
The research site is in Edina, Minn.
More information
Please see http://www.centerwatch.com/patient/studies/cat225.html.
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