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In This Issue
11 Tips for Good Diabetes Foot Care
Are You Suffering from Pain Caused by Osteoarthritis of the Knee?
Are You Concerned About Your Child Getting Meningitis?
Type 2 Diabetes is a Lifelong Commitment
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Diabetes, Type 2

  

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Hypertension

 

Meningitis Vaccine (10-12 yr olds)

  

Meningitis Vaccine (11-17 yr olds)

 

Osteoarthritis/Rheumatoid Arthritis

 

Osteoarthritis of the Knee

 

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Diabetes Foot Care
From inspecting your feet sores to keeping your skin dry, proper foot care is essential when you have diabetes. Practice these tips to reduce the risk of infection and protect your feet.

To ensure the best possible foot health, follow these 11 easy tips to avoid injury, and your feet will be healthy longer:  
  • Inspect your feet daily  
  • Skip 'Hot' Tubs - test bath & shower water with elbow
  • Invest in proper footwear & socks
  • Don't go barefoot outdoor or indoor
  • Keep your skin dry
  • Treat foot woes promptly
  • Consider orthotics
  • Opt for non-impact aerobics
  • Quit smoking now
  • Control blood sugar
  • Get regular check-ups 

*Source: Everyday Health (click here for full article) 

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Greetings!

What's your New Year's resolution this year? Is it to be healthier, more active, enjoy life more or maybe you want to help others? By volunteering for a clinical research study at Rapid Medical Research you can accomplish all of these goals and more. You not only get to try new medications at no cost, but you may also receive great health benefits and help others receive those same benefits in the future. 

 

If you're interested in learning more about any of the clinical trials at Rapid Medical Research, which are highlighted in this newsletter, please contact us at 888 460-2275, Option 1.

Are You Suffering from Pain Caused by Osteoarthritis of the Knee?

Older Man with Cane, NurseRapid Medical Research is recruiting people with osteoarthritis of the knee to participate in a research study.

 

If you are 35 or older with a history of osteoarthritis of the knee you may be eligible for this study.

 

Qualified participants will receive study-related exams and study medication or placebo at no cost. Compensation is provided for time and travel.

Are You Concerned About Your Child Getting Meningitis?

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Meningococcal Disease Type B (MnB) is caused by a certain type of bacteria that can make your child or adolescent very sick.

 

No vaccine to prevent MnB is currently available.

 

Your child (ages 10-12) or adolescent (ages 11-17) may be eligible to take part in 1 of 2 clinical trials* to test an investigational vaccine** for MnB.  

 

*A clinical trial is a carefully managed study done by doctors to learn more about potential new medicines and treatments.

**An investigational vaccine is an unapproved vaccine that is being tested in a clinical trial.
Controlling Type 2 Diabetes is a Lifelong Commitment
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It's important to make lifestyle changes, diet & exercise changes and sometimes change your medications to achieve desired results.
  
If you or someone you know is struggling with type 2 diabetes and would like to learn more about participating in a clinical research study at Rapid Medical Research, please contact us at 888 460-2275.

Study participants must be 18 years of age or older and have a confirmed diagnosis of type 2 diabetes. 

Qualified participants will receive study medication and exams at no cost. Compensation will be provided for time and travel.
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Refer a friend to participate in one of our clinical research studies. If they qualify, you will receive a 'Thank You' bonus. If you know of someone who may be interested in one of our studies, please have them contact us at 888 460-2275, Option 1.
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If you are interested in learning more or to see if you qualify for any one of our currently enrolling clinical research studies, please contact us at 888 460-2275, Option 1.

 

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Lisa Hoagland

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Rapid Medical Research, Inc.