\r\n\tJoin a research study about COVID-19 in Canadian hospital workers
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\r\n\tWhat is being studied?
\r\n\t \u2022 The rate of COVID-19 infection
\r\n\t \u2022 Risk factors for infection (occupational and community)
\r\n\t \u2022 Antibody levels over time
\r\n\t \u2022 Uptake of vaccines against COVID-19
\r\n\t \u2022 Psychological impact of working during a pandemic
\r\n\tWho can participate?
\r\n\tSTAFF working at an acute care, rehabilitation, or complex care hospital in the Calgary Health Zone:
\r\n\t \u2022 Who are 18-75 years of age
\r\n\t \u2022 Who work anywhere in the institution for more than 20 hours per week
\r\n\tOR - is a physician, nurse practitioner, or midwife with an independent practice who cares for patients 8 hours or more per week in the institution
\r\n\t \u2022 Who have access to a computer or phone with internet access, and
\r\n\t \u2022 Who plan to be available at least for the next 3 months
\r\n\tWhat is required?
\r\n\t \u2022 Questionnaires when you join and then every week (online)
\r\n\t \u2022 When (if) tested for COVID-19: report results, symptoms, and contact with ill people (online)
\r\n\t \u2022 Self-collect blood spot samples:
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\r\n\tParticipation is voluntary
\r\n\tParticipants will be provided with a small token of appreciation for taking part in the study.
\r\n\tPeople are welcome to join whether or not they have been vaccinated against COVID-19.
\r\n\r\n\tIf you have questions, please email COVID.study@sinaihealth.ca or call (416) 294-6383 or, if long distance charges apply 1-888-307-3357 weekdays between 6AM and 4PM GMT (8AM - 6PM EST).
\r\n\r\n\tSite Investigator: Dr. Otto Vanderkooi
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