Clinical Trials Update: May 25, 2010

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

Hepatitis C

Participants in this study of hepatitis C will receive study-related health assessments and potential compensation for time and travel of up to $900.

The research site is in DeLand, Fla.

More information

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

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Type 2 Diabetes

This study will evaluate whether an investigational drug helps lower blood glucose, body weight and blood pressure when added to existing medications.

The research site is in Plano, Texas.

More information

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

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Gout

This study will involve people who have gout and a history of heart disease. Participants must be at least 50, have had a prior gout flare, and have a history of heart attack, stroke or other cardiac condition.

The research site is in Draper, Utah.

More information

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

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