For PRIORITY Participants

Thank you for your interest in participating in the PRIORITY Study! 

Please note that PRIORITY is no longer enrolling new participants.  

Frequently asked questions

Why is this study being done?

The goal of the study is to better understand how pregnant/postpartum women are effected by COVID-19 including what their symptoms are, how long they last, and how COVID-19 may impact their pregnancy and/or delivery. We hope that the information gained from the study will help researchers understand the impact of COVID-19 on the health and well-being of pregnant women and their newborns.

What will happen if I decide to take part in this research study?
  • A study coordinator will contact you by phone, e-mail, or text to discuss the study, and you will be asked to review and verbally agree to participate in the study.
  • You will complete questionnaires online or on paper about your medical and pregnancy history, current medication, and symptoms. Please see study schedule described in the next FAQ to learn more about how often you will receive these surveys. 
  • You will be asked to complete a medical records release form so we can obtain a report of your COVID-19 investigation. Medical records are kept confidential. Before we request any medical records, you must sign an Authorization for Release of Health Information which will specify which records will be released. You may still participate in the study if you do not agree to the release of medical records.
How often will I be doing surveys?

Study Questionnaire Schedule: Pregnant Women

 
 EnrollmentOnce a week for 4 weeks, and then once per trimester6 weeks, 6 months and 12 months after pregnancy
Informed Consent, Questionnaires about health, medical history, COVID-19 risks, and pregnancyX  
COVID-19 Follow-Up XX
Follow-up questionnaires about pregnancy XX
Gift Card$20 $20
Time Commitment30 min 15 min each15 min

Study Questionnaire Schedule: Recently Pregnant Women

 
 EnrollmentWeek 1Week 2Week 3Week 4Week 8, Month 6, Month 12
Informed Consent, Questionnaires about health, medical history, COVID-19 risks, and pregnancyX     
Follow-up questionnaires about pregnancy XXXXX
COVID-19 Follow-Up XXXXX
Gift Card $20    $20
Time Commitment30 min  15 min15 min15 min15 min15 min
How are surveys completed?

Surveys can all be done online (via e-mail or SMS text message link), by phone, or mail. 

How long will I be in the study?

 

If enrolled while pregnant:

Participation in the study will last up to 2 years. There will be between 8 and 12 times that we contact you to complete questionnaires, depending on how far along you are during your pregnancy when you enroll (enrollment, once a week for 4 weeks, once each trimester, at gestational age 38 weeks, gestational age 42 weeks, end of pregnancy, 6 months, and 12 months). All together, the total time it may take to complete all of the questionnaires over the 2 years is 2 hours and 35 minutes.

If enrolled post partum:

Participation in the study will last about 1 year. There will be 8 times that we contact you to complete questionnaires (enrollment, then once a week for 4 weeks, at 8 Weeks, at 6 months, and at 12 months). All together, the total time it may take to complete all of the questionnaires over the year is 2 hours.

 

Will I be compensated for my time?

Participants will receive a $20 gift card at enrollment and a $20 gift card after the Week 6 or Week 8, Month 6 and Month 12 questionnaires.

What are the side effects or risks from being in the study?

There are minimal risks for participants in this study. Possible risks include:

  • Anxiety while completing study questionnaires: Some of the questions you will be asked may cause you to feel uncomfortable or cause you anxiety. You may skip any questions that you do not feel comfortable answering.
  • Confidentiality: Participation in research may involve a loss of privacy, but information about you will be handled as confidentially as possible. Your name will not be used in any published reports about this study.
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