Study of fever causes and outcomes in rural clinics
Part of Infections clinical trials.
This study looks at why people develop fever and what outcomes they have after they are seen in rural health facilities. It may help improve how clinics recognize and manage fever illnesses.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You (or your parent/guardian/caretaker) can understand the study and agree to join
- You are older than 28 days (not a newborn)
- At the clinic visit, you either have an abnormal body temperature or a fever within the last 24 hours
- Your illness started within the last 14 days
- Your visit is not mainly because of an accident or injury
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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