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Taking Medicines
Frequently Asked Questions
22. What are clinical trials and who
conducts them?
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clinical trial is a research study with people to find out if a new
drug or treatment is both safe and effective. Clinical trials may
be sponsored by pharmaceutical companies, federal agencies like the
National Institutes of Health, foundations, individuals, and
voluntary groups. Trials can take place in a variety of locations,
such as hospitals, universities, doctors' offices, or community
clinics.
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