Cohort study of healthcare professionals and informal caregivers in Switzerland
Official title: Swiss Cohort of Health Professionals and Informal Caregivers - SCOHPICA
Run by Center for Primary Care and Public Health (Unisante), University of Lausanne, Switzerland · NCT05571488 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at the physical and mental health of healthcare workers and informal caregivers in Switzerland to see how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected their well-being and work conditions.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 6000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Center for Primary Care and Public Health (Unisante), University of Lausanne, Switzerland Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lausanne) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 1, 2022 |
| Main results expected | January 31, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | January 6, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT05571488 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are healthcare professionals actively working in any health setting in Switzerland and informal caregivers providing regular care to individuals in need.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are not currently involved in caregiving roles or are not working in the healthcare sector may not receive direct benefits from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to assess the physical and mental health of healthcare professionals and informal caregivers in Switzerland, particularly in light of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. It will utilize electronic surveys and qualitative interviews to gather data on their well-being, work conditions, and the impact on the healthcare system. The study seeks to understand the roles and experiences of these individuals in providing care and support to vulnerable populations. By focusing on both healthcare professionals and informal caregivers, the research aims to highlight their contributions and the challenges they face in the evolving healthcare landscape.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved support and resources for healthcare professionals and informal caregivers, enhancing their well-being and effectiveness in patient care.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have indicated the importance of addressing the well-being of healthcare professionals and informal caregivers, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria (HCPs): * Working as HCP, in any profession * Taking care of patients currently and actively * Working in any health work setting * Working as an independent or a salaried * Working in Switzerland Exclusion Criteria (HCPs): * Being retired at baseline * Unable to read or speak in one of the national languages: German, French, Italian Inclusion Criteria (ICs): * Being informal cargiver * Aged 18 and over (adults) Exclusion Criteria (ICs): * Unable to read or speak in one of the national languages: German, French, Italian
Where it's running
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Center for Primary Care and Public Health (Unisante), University of Lausanne, Switzerland
Lausanne, Switzerland Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Isabelle Peytremann-Bridevaux, MD, DSc, MPH — Unisanté
- Study coordinator: Study coordinator
- Email: scohpica@unisante.ch
- Phone: +41 21 314 77 25
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.