Summary:
Click image to enlargeSeniors who treated at a health care facility have an increased chance of getting sick due to C-diff. C-diff can cause frequent diarrhea, abdominal pain, and inflamation of the colon, which, when severe can be life threatening.
You may be eligible to participate in a study being done to evaluate the effectiveness of an investigational vaccine that may help reduce your chance of getting sick due to C-diff.
Qualified Participants Must:
Be 60 years of age or older
Have had 2 or more visits to the emergency room in the past year
OR have had a hospitalization of at least 2 nights in the past year
Qualified Participants May Receive:
- doctor visits and lab work at no cost
- compensation for time and travel of up to $400 or more