The
Benchmark Research Is Conduc2ng Several Clinical
Trials In Your Area:
Which Study Is Right For You?
Why should I par2cipate in a clinical trial?
Par%cipa%ng in a clinical trial gives you the opportunity to play a more ac%ve role in your own health care You may be able to gain access to new treatments before they are widely available
You will be helping medical research advance and improving the health of future genera%ons
You will be compensated for your study par%cipa%on
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➡ FLU VACCINE- Infants, Children, Adults, Senior Adults!
➡ SMOKING CESSATION- Adult Smokers!
➡ TOBACCO HEATING DEVICE- Adult Smokers!
➡ C. DIFFICILE- Senior Adults!
➡ COMMON COLD- Adults!
➡ EAR INFECTION- All Ages!
➡ STREP THROAT- Adolescents!
➡ KNEE PAIN- Adults & Senior Adults!
➡ CHRONIC CONSTIPATION- Adults & Senior Adults!
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*CALL OUR TOLL FREE NUMBER (888)902-9605*
WHERE
TO FIND US
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Austin, TX
1015 East 32nd Street, # 309 Austin, TX 78705 P: (512) 478-5416!
Fort Worth, TX
4504 Boat Club Road, # 400A Fort Worth, TX 76135 P: (817) 238-7254
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San Angelo, TX
3555 Knickerbocker Road San Angelo, TX 76904 P: (325) 716-1355!
New Orleans, LA
3800 Houma Blvd., Suite 345 Metairie, LA 70006 P: (504) 888-9493!
Sacramento, CA
1355 Florin Road, Suite 12 Sacramento, CA 95822 P: (916) 476-2805
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San Francisco, CA
450 Sutter, Suite 1125 San Francisco, CA 94108 P: (415) 398-0173!
Toll Free Number
PRE VACCINE ERA ESTIMATED ANNUAL MORBIDITY IN THE US vs. MOST RECENT REPORTS OF CASES IN THE US
The data in this graphic comes from the web site of the CDC, but
a graphic designer in Purchase, N.Y., named Leon Farrant has
created a graphic that drives home what the data means.!
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The picture to your left looks at the past morbidity (how many
people became sick) of what were once very common infectious diseases, and the current morbidity in the U.S. !
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There’s no smallpox and no polio, almost no measles, and far less
chickenpox (also known as varicella) and H. influenza (a bacteria that can cause deadly
meningitis).!
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This should drive home how effective and important the
common childhood
immunizations are to the public’s health.
WHAT IS EBOLA & HOW CAN I
PROTECT MY FAMILY?
Ebola, previously known as Ebola hemorrhagic fever, is a rare and deadly disease caused by infection with one of the Ebola virus strains. Ebola viruses are found in several African
countries. Ebola was first discovered in 1976 near the Ebola River in what is now the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Since then, outbreaks have appeared sporadically in Africa until the recent outbreak effecting and killing thousands.
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Symptoms of Ebola include a fever of 101.5 or above, diarrhea, vomiting, weakness, joint pain, fatigue, and bleeding.
Very recently this deadly virus reached US soil. So what can you do to protect yourself and your loved ones?
Wash hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds. If you do not have access to water, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
Avoid contact with blood or any bodily fluids of any person, especially someone who is showing signs of sickness
Do not handle items that may have come in contact with an infected person’s blood or bodily fluids If you are showing signs of sickness that you believe may be Ebola related, contact a health professional immediately
FAMILY “FUN” NIGHT GIVEAWAY!!
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We are giving out 3 prizes full of family night goodies such as DVD’s, Candy, Popcorn, Games & Snacks. Refer a new pediatric (6 mths-5 yrs) or Senior patient (50+) by having them call our toll free number (888)902-9605 and say who referred them and we will enter your name in a drawing to win one of three
prizes.
*Contest Ends 12/1/14
INSIDE OUT CARAMEL APPLES:
Directions:
1. Cut apple in half then scoop out the middle - squeeze a little lemon juice inside to prevent browning
2. Melt caramel candies in a saucepan (follow directions on package)
3. Dry the apple by wiping it out with a paper towel then pour caramel into the apple
4. Chill in the fridge until the caramel sets (apprx. 30 min) 5. Slice and enjoy
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Infants, kids and teenagers need well controlled trials to be performed for the medications they take, just like adults do.
Benchmark Research has done pediatric trials for vaccines; like the flu, TDAP, Meningitis and HPV vaccines, as well as medications for asthma, ear infections, colds and more.
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If you have a child between the ages of 6 months to 17 years, call 1-888-902-9605 to add them to the database.
SENIORS- 50 and Older: WE HAVE STUDIES FOR YOU
Benchmark Research conducts studies for all ages, including seniors. Examples of our past and current trials include: influenza vaccine, osteoarthritis, chronic pain, COPD, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes.
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If you know someone 50 or older that may be
interested in research, please give them our number so they can learn more about the trials in their area. Study related medication and tests are provided at no cost to the participant.
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NEWSLETTER CONTRIBUTORS
-Kim Brittain, Executive Director -Jennifer Bacchi, Executive Director
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Did You Know?
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Benchmark Research has a referral program! Do you just need a li@le extra money to make ends meet? Are you saving up to get something you really
want?
You could earn extra money just by telling people about us! Word of mouth goes a long way and we
always need more people to par%cipate. Tell someone about Benchmark Research and our studies! If that person qualifies for a trial, receives
study medica%on or vaccine, and lists you as the person who referred them, you may be qualified to
receive a referral reward of $50.00 per person you
referred. That could really add up quick!
What are you wai2ng for? Start spreading the news today!
Don’t forget to have them tell us you sent them!
