Being a Participant in RECOVER

After you sign the informed consent form to join, you will answer survey questions and visit your study site for up to 4 years. You may be asked to:

  • Gives samples of urine (pee), spit, blood, or stool (poop)
  • Have simple checkups or exams
  • Have X-rays and other imaging tests

The exact tests you’ll do depend on which study group you’re in, such as adults, children, or people who were pregnant.

Stories from Participants

Read participants’ stories to learn why they joined RECOVER and their experience in the study.

RECOVER’s 3 Observational Cohort Studies

Learn more about what to expect in the study for each group.

Participant Newsletters

RECOVER creates a newsletter for participants 4 times a year. The newsletters update participants on the latest progress and results. Download a PDF of the current newsletter and past newsletters here.

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