Welcome to the COBRA research study!
COVID-19 RESEARCH STUDY
UHN researchers have now closed recruitment for the COBRA study evaluating the modified BCG vaccine for reducing risk and severity of COVID-19
We would like to thank everyone for their participation/continued participation in the study. As we undergo analysis, any publications that arise from our research will be published on our website.
Principal Investigator: Dr. Alexandre Zlotta
The study recruited
Individuals whose professions place them at higher risk of contracting COVID-19, including:
- Members of police forces
- Emergency medical services
- Firefighters
- Employees of public transport agencies
- Health service workers
- Food manufacturing employees
Participants were asked to perform the following activities:
- In-person visit at one of the study sites in East, Central, or West GTA
- Vaccination with modified BCG vaccine (VPM1002) or placebo
- Collection of a blood sample (15 mL)
- Biweekly completion of an online questionnaire (4 questions)
- Second blood draw (another 15 mL) at 7 months
While the study is closed, more details can be found at Additional Information, by email at COVIDBCGSTUDY@UHN.CA or by calling the COBRA HOTLINE at 416-946-4501 EXT. 7510