SALT LAKE CITY-The Utah COVID-19 Utah HERO study will be conducted in Salt Lake, Summit, Utah and Davis counties to provide rapid information to decision-makers concerning infection rates of the virus.
Its purpose is to stop the spread of COVID-19 and reengage in social and economic life which requires transitioning from social distancing to a testing system that provides accurate information.
This study will assist in identifying
- The current rate of infection in Utah and changes in infection rates, including undetected and asymptomatic cases.
- Range of symptoms for individuals with COVID-19
- improvements in detection rates
Participation in this study helps Utah get back to social and economic activities faster and safer and is a great service to our community, per medical officials.
Team members will be knocking on doors in neighborhoods in these four counties to introduce the study and screen household members for eligibility while adehering to current social distancing standards and hygiene recommendations from the Center For Disease Control and local health agencies.
Households are randomly selected to participate in an interview questionnaire and COVID-19 antibody testing.
Any member of your household age 12 or older can participate once your household is selected.
All study participants will receive a $10 gift card for their time and participation.
If their field team/member has determined you and/or your household members are eligible for the study, the interview will be conducted and then schedule a time for testing that same day.
The University of Utah Health Wellness Bus will be parked in these neighborhoods and study participants will be assigned a time for a quick blood draw and nasal swab. Participants will be promptly notified of their test results within 5-7 business days.
