Children's Respiratory (breathing) Research

BronchStart

Who is it for? Children up to two years old attending  the emergency department (ED) with symptoms of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) bronchiolitis such as cough and rapid breathing

Why? Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is the most frequent cause of bronchiolitis, which is a common winter disease which usually affects children under 2 years of age. It is also a very common reason for presentations to ED and results in a large number of hospital admissions every winter. During the COVID-19 pandemic, measures such as social distancing and wearing face masks has affected how respiratory viruses are transmitted. With this study, we aim to find out the changes on timing, age and severity of bronchiolitis as COVID-19 restrictions are reduced throughout the country. This study only collects anonymised data, which is relevant to the study, so there is no need for consent to take place.

To find out more: contact your ED doctor 

We have studies specifically for Asthma and Cystic Fibrosis. 
Please click on the links to find out more.

There may be other respiratory studies, which we haven’t listed here.

Please ask your Doctor about research that may be suitable for you or your child.

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