St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
Clinical trials sponsored by St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, explained in plain language.
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Could a common sedative save lives and prevent delirium in older ICU patients?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether the sedative drug dexmedetomidine, given early to older patients (65+) on breathing machines in the ICU, can reduce deaths and confusion compared to a placebo. About 300 participants will receive either the drug or a dummy treatment, and researchers wi…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 29, 2026 02:38 UTC
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Education may curb cannabis use in eating disorder patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether teaching people with eating disorders about the risks of cannabis (marijuana) use can increase their knowledge and motivation to cut back or seek help. About 80 participants will receive standard eating disorder treatment for 20 weeks, plus either a lesso…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 20:03 UTC