Frequent use of opioids causes long-lasting changes to the structure and biochemistry of the brain. Many of these changes are the reason why opioids are so addictive. In particular, opioids…
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Welcome to Segal Trials
SegalTrials.com is a website featuring actively enrolling research studies conducted by Segal Institute for Clinical Research. Segal Institute for Clinical Research is a consortium of research sites comprised of numerous physicians and offices throughout South Florida and South Carolina.
Federal law requires that every medication must go through a series of clinical research trials before being approved by the FDA, in addition to being approved by an independent Research Ethics Board. Clinical research trials are critical in the advancement of medicine and making available new and helpful medications. It is Segal Institute’s mission to play an integral role in the advancement process and help millions of people suffering from disease.
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