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By Lisa Fayed, About.com Guide to Cancer since 2005

Looking for a Clinical Trial?

Thursday September 21, 2006
Many people with a variety of conditions turn to clinical trials. Clinical trials study the effectiveness and safety of medications to prevent and treat illnesses.

Cancer patients often seek clinical trials when their current treatment is no longer working or when they are suffering side effects from medication. Clinical trials may also be an option if there is no treatment.

About now offers a Clinical Trial Finder, an easy to use method of finding currently clinical trials for several condition like cancer, diabetes, and more!

Suggested Reading:
  • Clinical Trial Finder
  • Pros and Cons of Clinical Trials
  • Clinical Trial Basics
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