Researchers at the University of Illinois College of Medicine are collaborating on a landmark study that will look into the causes of so-called “long COVID,” as well as ways to potentially prevent and treat the illness.
Researchers say they will explore factors that might protect against long COVID, and what interventions are required to help those suffering from the ailment.
In Peoria, OSF’s HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center will serve as a recruitment and testing base for the study. The Peoria County Health Department will also assist in outreach for potential patients to participate in the study.-Have experienced a recent COVID infection within the last three weeks, OR have never had COVID
Officials say that there is no cost to participate in the study, and both vaccinated and unvaccinated participants will be accepted. Participants will be asked to fill out a survey about their health, and will receive a brief physical exam. Lab tests will be performed every three-to-six months over a period of two years.
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