National Rehabilitation Hospital, Dublin, Ireland (NRH)
Age
18–any
Sex
ALL
Healthy volunteers
Not accepted
You may be eligible if
1. Age: Aged 18 years or older at the time of enrolment.
2. Registration: Are registered as patients at the study's participating practices.
3. COVID-19 Diagnosis:
* Previously received a positive COVID-19 PCR or antigen test, or
* Previously been clinically diagnosed with COVID-19 by a healthcare provider.
4. Persistent Symptoms:
o Have spoken with their general practitioner (GP) about experiencing persistent symptoms lasting four weeks or more since their COVID-19 diagnosis.
5. Consent: Willing and able to provide informed consent to participate in the study.
You may not be if
1\. Vulnerability: Deemed by participating GPs to be a vulnerable individual whose best interests are served by not participating in the study, such as (but not limited to):
People with language difficulties that prevent meaningful communication.
Individuals with a recognised or diagnosed intellectual, physical, or mental impairment.
Older adults considered particularly vulnerable.
Individuals residing in institutions (e.g., care homes or prisons).
Individuals with an unequal relationship with the researcher(s) (e.g., hierarchical dependence).
Members of marginalised or disadvantaged groups for whom participation may present undue burden or risk.