WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU VOLUNTEER
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Before You Join a Clinical Study
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You may be asked personal questions before coming into the research site to help determine if it is a good fit for you.
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We will give you written information about the study, and you will have a detailed discussion with the study staff to assist in making an informed decision.
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Most studies require coming into the research site for 10 or more visits over 1-2 years. In some of the antibody studies, the study staff will come to you via mobile transportation unit.
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If you decide to join, the study staff will determine if you are eligible to join.
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During the Study
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Most studies require coming into the research site for 10 or more visits over 1-2 years.
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Every study involves getting injections or infusions.
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When you are enrolled in the study, we will ask you to keep track of how you feel for about a week following each infusion or shot. The study staff will also be in contact with you to find out how you are feeling during this time.
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Volunteers will not be exposed to the SARS-CoV-2 virus as part of the study.
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These are studies of preventive vaccines that we hope will keep people healthy.
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If you become infected with SARS-CoV-2 and become ill with COVID-19, the study staff will work with you to make sure you get the care that you need.
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After The Study
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You will be compensated.
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We may ask if we can contact you again for another study.
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When the study is complete, the results will be disseminated to all participants and their communities without any identifying information.