Identifying risk factors for COVID-19 transmission in communities and workplaces
Risk Factors for Community- and Workplace Transmission of COVID-19
This study is trying to find out what factors help spread COVID-19 in communities and workplaces by asking questions to people who have had the virus, healthcare workers, and healthy volunteers.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 250000 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Oslo University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Oslo) |
| Trial ID | NCT04320732 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to identify real-life risk factors associated with COVID-19 transmission through an electronic questionnaire. Participants will include hospitalized and non-hospitalized COVID-19 patients, healthcare personnel, and healthy volunteers. The study will utilize a web-based platform for data collection and consent, ensuring compliance with GDPR regulations. By analyzing the collected data, the study seeks to inform targeted public health measures to mitigate the spread of the virus.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Norwegian adults, including those diagnosed with COVID-19 and healthcare workers.
Not a fit: Patients who are unable to provide consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide critical insights that help reduce COVID-19 transmission rates in communities and workplaces.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have successfully identified risk factors for COVID-19 transmission, making this approach both relevant and necessary.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Norwegian adult Exclusion Criteria: * Unable to consent
Where this trial is running
Oslo
- Oslo University Hospital — Oslo, Norway (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Arne Søraas, MD, PhD
- Email: Arne.Vasli.Lund.Soraas@rr-research.no
- Phone: +4790652904
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.