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What Are Clinical Trials?

The purpose of clinical trials is to find out whether a medication is safe to use and effective against various diseases or medical conditions.

Checklist of Questions

So, you're considering taking part in a clinical trial...This can be a very satisfying experience, allowing you to help yourself now and to help others in the future. But what questions should you ask to help you make sure you really want to take part, and, if you do decide to go ahead, what should you expect along the way?

Will You Have Access to Those Drugs That Work After a Trial Is Complete?

Often, the company developing a new drug may try to see that you can continue to get it, even before the FDA has approved it for sale. You may be able to do this under what is termed a compassionate plea basis. This means that because the new drug has been so helpful, the manufacturer can give it to a physician, who may then prescribe it for you.

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Asthma’s Impact on Children And Adolescents

Asthma is a major public health problem of increasing concern in the United States. Between 1980 and 1994, the prevalence of asthma increased 75% overall and 74% among children 5 to 14 years of age. Asthma now affects nearly 5 million people who are younger than 18 years of age.

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Asthma Statistics
In 1998, an estimated 17 million Americans, or 6.4 percent of the population, had asthma. Children account for 4.8 million of Americans with asthma.

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