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Clinical Trials

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A clinical trial is a research program that tests a new medicine to see if it is safe and works well before it is approved for widespread use.

To find a clinical trial:

AIDSinfo Clinical Trials
This U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) project provides information on HIV/AIDS clinical trials and treatment. You can browse for trials by category or create your own search. Includes an overview of clinical trials and trials listed in the last 30 days.

If you are not sure if joining a clinical trial is a good idea for you, the information in this program may help you decide.