Overweight With Other Conditions
Nature Coast Clinical Research – Crystal River is conducting a research study that will evaluate the effect of an investigational weight loss drug on cardiovascular safety in people who are overweight or obese.
Obesity is widespread, difficult to manage, and can be unhealthy. It can increase cardiovascular risks, including chances of stroke, heart attack, and high blood pressure. Multiple signals in the body may change with obesity, making weight loss difficult. Medications that target these signaling pathways are needed to help fight this increasing epidemic, and clinical trials are needed to investigate potential solutions.
You may be eligible to participate if you:
- Are 18+ years old
- Have a BMI >27 with any of the following (A and/or B)
- A. Have Cardiovascular Disease (CVD), including any of the following:
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- Heart failure
- Coronary artery disease (CAD)
- Previous heart attack
- Previous stroke (ischemic or hemorrhagic)
- Previous revascularization procedure
- Stent(s)
- Peripheral artery disease
- B. Have a BMI >30 with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
There are additional criteria to meet to qualify for this study. Volunteers who qualify for our study will receive study-related medication, medical exams at no cost. Compensation for time and travel may be available. No health insurance is required to participate.
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