Researchers at Austin LifeSciences often run clinical trials that need participants from the local community.
All clinical trials conducted at Austin Health are done so under Australian and International guidelines for medical research under the approval of Austin Health Human Research Ethics Committee.
Men with prostate cancer required for a study on muscle function
The Department of Medicine at Austin Health is recruiting men with prostate cancer to understand the effects of prostate cancer treatment on muscle strength, bone health and body composition.
Men with low testosterone levels required for a study on muscle function
The Department of Medicine at Austin Health is recruiting men with low testosterone levels to understand how testosterone treatment affects muscle strength, bone health and body composition.
Do you suffer from DEPRESSION?
The Department of Psychiatry located at Austin Health are conducting a clinical trial in the treatment of DEPRESSION.
We are looking for volunteers who are experiencing a Major Depressive Episode and who have had an inadequate response to antidepressant treatment.
If you are interested in participating in a clinical research trial and are aged between 18 and 65 you may be eligible to take part. All enquiries are confidential.
For further information contact the Study Coordinator at the Department of Psychiatry, Austin Health:
(03) 9496 5404
or
Email: sophiai@unimelb.edu.au
This study has been approved by the Austin Health Human Research Ethics Committee
Are you suffering from Bipolar Depression?
Are You Suffering from Bipolar Depression?
Do You:
• Feel sad or anxious?
• Have feelings of hopelessness or guilt?
• Suffer from sleep problems?
• Feel tired, lack energy or motivation?
• Have a change in appetite or weight?
• Have difficulty concentrating or making decisions?
• Feel restless or irritable?
• No longer enjoy or are interested in socializing, usual hobbies or activities?
If you are aged between 18 and 65, diagnosed with bipolar 1 disorder, already on mood stabilizer medication, and currently experiencing most of the above symptoms for at least a month, you may be eligible to take part in a nation wide research study of an investigational medication being tested against a placebo (inactive substance).
If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please contact the Study Coordinator on 9496 5404
This study has been approved by the Austin Health Human Research Ethics Committee.
