As a health care provider, I understand the importance of well-rounded care and emphasize strong foundations in health. All chronic conditions – from diabetes to cardiovascular disease – follow a “triangle” model of prevention and treatment, with lifestyle changes such as changes to diet, exercise, and behavior as the basis of care. These changes are […]

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Frank Greene*, a carpenter and avid outdoorsman, shares his experiences as a participant in a type 2 diabetes trial with Clinical Trials Canada magazine editor Saaqshi Sharma. *Identity has been altered to protect patient anonymity Saaqshi Sharma: When did you first know you had diabetes? What key symptoms did you notice? Frank Greene: Now that I […]

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Wow is the word that describes the difference in my lifestyle. I have confidence that I have not had since I started getting gout attacks many years ago. I do get a slight tingle in my toes from time to time, usually in the mornings. I have been taking 400 mg of allopurinol, 0.6 mg […]

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Have you ever wondered how medication finds its way from a pharmaceutical company to your prescription bottle? Have you ever been curious about the process of testing, approving, and marketing medications? Every drug – from a basic pain reliever to a powerful anti-psychotic medication- must first undergo a series of clinical tests before it can […]

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Imagine yourself waking up from a nightmare at 3 a.m. with sweats from an episode of low blood glucose (sugar). Your day progresses with the lack of sleep. Although food provides you with comfort, you need to consider the importance of portion control. You remind yourself you will need to check your blood glucose levels […]

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The Canadian Centre for Clinical Trials (CCCT) would like to take this opportunity to address some of the most common and relevant questions regarding trial participation because we believe in the importance of making an informed decision about your health. What is a clinical trial? A clinical trial is a type of research that investigates […]

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