How to sign up for the Community Testing component and test yourself.

The PREVENT study includes several components (parts)Anyone can self-register to participate in the Community Testing component. For the Ongoing Testing or Household Transmission componentsyou must be invited to participate by study staff.

Questions? Email us at prevent@health.ucsd.edu or call us at 858-945-4553 or (619) 368-8290.

You can learn more about the scientists behind PREVENT here.

Who Can Participate?

PREVENT is looking for participants living in San Diego County across different age groups, backgrounds, and health conditions.

What Are the Benefits of Participating?

By joining PREVENT, you:

  • Receive no-cost respiratory virus testing
  • Contribute to cutting-edge research that improves public health policies.
  • Help scientists develop better vaccines, treatments, and prevention strategies.
  • Gain insights into the health of you and your family through ongoing monitoring.
  • May recieve compensation for study activites
  • Participation is voluntary, and you can withdraw at any time.