Clinical Trials Update: Jan. 17, 2011

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

Influenza (Ages 1 and Older)

Candidates for this study must have had flu-like symptoms that started in the past 48 hours.

The research site is in Topeka, Kan.

More information

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

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Gout and Cardiovascular Disease

This study will evaluate the cardiovascular safety of febuxostat compared to allopurinol in people who have both gout and cardiovascular problems.

The research site is in Pinellas Park, Fla.

More information

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

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Type 2 Diabetes

This study will evaluate new treatment options for type 2 diabetes. Participants, who must be aged 18 to 70, will receive study-related investigational medication, physical and laboratory tests, and compensation for time and travel.

The research site is in Gurnee, Ill.

More information

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

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