Creation of a pandemic memory by tracing COVID-19 infections and immunity in Luxembourg (CON-VINCE).

ABSTRACT:

Background

During the COVID-19 pandemic swift implementation of research cohorts was key. While many studies focused exclusively on infected individuals, population based cohorts are essential for the follow-up of SARS-CoV-2 impact on public health. Here we present the CON-VINCE cohort, estimate the point and period prevalence of the SARS-CoV-2 infection, reflect on the spread within the Luxembourgish population, examine immune responses to SARS-CoV-2 infection and vaccination, and ascertain the impact of the pandemic on population psychological wellbeing at a nationwide level.

Methods

A representative sample of the adult Luxembourgish population was enrolled. The cohort was followed-up for twelve months. SARS-CoV-2 RT-qPCR and serology were conducted at each sampling visit.

SUBMITTER: Tsurkalenko O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10858600 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature