Research Study on Sexual and Reproductive Health
The Miriam Hospital is conducting a research study to assess women's opinions on sexual and reproductive health. Your opinions will help scientists create new products that women will want to use.
You might be eligible to participate if you are a woman between the ages of 18 and 45, are sexually active, and you want to share your opinions about products for women. Learn more
Fecal Microbiota Transplant for Relapsing C. difficile Infection
There has been an alarming increase in the incidence and severity of Clostridium difficile infection (CDI)
in North America over the past decade. Relapsing infection is a common
problem in patients treated for CDI, often requiring prolonged and
expensive courses of oral vancomycin with limited alternative treatment
options.
This study will determine if fecal microbiota
transplantation, which involves administering fecal flora from a healthy
stool donor to a patient with relapsing CDI, is an effective and safe
treatment. Learn more
Are You Suffering with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?
We are looking for women and men with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) to participate in a study investigating whether Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction affects symptoms of IBS.
You may be eligible if you are between 18-75 years of age and have been diagnosed with IBS by your doctor. Learn more
Are You Pregnant? Do You Have Gestational Diabetes?
Pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) are needed to evaluate possible links between sleep disordered breathing and GDM.
You may be eligible if you are currently pregnant and have been diagnosed with GDM. Learn more