Children and Adolescents: Respiratory Infection and Long-term Effects (CARE Study)
A longitudinal study of post-viral sequelae following common respiratory infections in children and adolescents
Women's and Children's Hospital Network
4,000 participants
Jun 20, 2024
Observational
Conditions
Summary
This study investigates ongoing symptoms following COVID-19 and influenza infections in children and teenagers. Parents of children who have had COVID-19 or influenza will be invited to participate. Initially, cases will be identified through presentations at the Women's and Children's Hospital and will then expand to include statewide notifications. After providing consent, participants (or their parents) will complete surveys at the start of the study and then again at 3, 6, and 12 months after the viral infection. These surveys will help researchers monitor any persistent health issues over time. The primary goal of the study is to understand how common these ongoing health problems are in young people and how they impact their daily lives.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria1
- Children and adolescents aged 0 to 17 who have tested SARS-CoV-2 positive (PCR or Rapid Antigen Tests) or influenza (PCR or Rapid Antigen Tests) in the previous 2 months are eligible for enrollment.
Exclusion Criteria3
- Inability to give informed parental consent
- No mobile phone number available
- Children and adolescents who are under the care of the statewide WCHN Palliative care service
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Interventions
Children and adolescents aged 0 to 17 who have tested positive for COVID-19 or influenza are eligible for enrollment. Those who consent will be asked to complete a baseline, 3-month, 6-month, and 12-month online survey. Each online survey takes approximately 10 minutes. Participants are enrolled in the study for 12 months.
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ACTRN12624001361594