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  • Kids COVID Study

    Our Purpose

    This research study is being conducted to learn more about the impact of COVID-19 and flu on cognition and mental health in adolescents. Studies have suggested that adolescents have an increased risk for mental health issues and cognitive impairment after having COVID-19.  
     

    Find out if you qualify

KID COVID Research Study at the University of Pittsburgh


WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? 

  • 12-17 year olds who tested positive for COVID-19 or flu in the past month 

  • 12-17 year olds with current cold or flu symptoms 

  • 12-17 year olds who have been free of flu or COVID-19 in the past 6 months 

 

WHAT DOES THE STUDY INVOLVE?

  • Questionnaires and online interviews 

  • Saliva samples, blood samples, nasal swab 

  • Body measurements 

  • Computer tasks 

  • Follow-up visits at 3, 6, and 12-months 

  • Teens can earn up to $450 and parents can earn up to $100 

Contact us for more Information

If you are interested in hearing more about this study and would like to see if you and your child qualify, you may call the study coordinator at 412-864-0527, or email kidcovidstudy@pitt.edu.