This study, called HAIQU, is looking at whether a new system can improve air quality in hospitals and reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses. Researchers are developing a biosensor (a device that detects biological substances) and software to find germs like viruses, bacteria, and fungi in the air. This system will then work with hospital building controls to manage air quality. The goal is to make hospital environments safer and healthier for staff and patients. You might be able to join if you are a Mayo Clinic staff member working in an Emergency Department or Primary Care with patient contact in specific locations like Minnesota, Wisconsin, Arizona, or Florida.

Study design

This is an interventional study with a planned enrollment of 850 participants. It is not specified if it is randomized or blinded.

What's involved

If you experience respiratory symptoms, you will be asked to self-report and provide a self-swab test for data analysis.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

The study will measure the number of participants who experience acute respiratory infection (ARI) symptoms over 3 years.

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