Jun 8, 2013
Called at 4pm on 6/7/13. Was a robocall recording of a male voice offering participation in testing a gout treatment, promising compensation if I qualify. Caller ID showed "Resrch stdy." Following is the message left on my answering machine:
"….a love one diagnosed with gout, a local physician in your area is conducting a research study and for those who qualify, compensation may be available. That's right, you may be eligible for compensation just for participating in this free study. If you have not had a heart attack or stroke in the last twelve months, you or a love one may be eligible to participate in a new study with this most recent treatment to relieve gout attacks. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please press one to speak to one of our representatives; or press two, to be taken off our list."
No identifying info of any kind was given. So non-specific, and vague, it's an obvious con. Filed a complaint with FTC.