BEACON STUDY (CPMS 57359, IRAS 327021)

UPDATED - 04/01/2024

Study Summary

Online brain training for people with cognitive impairment following SARS-CoV-2 infection: A randomised controlled clinical trial 

Inclusion & Exclusion Criteria

Participant Inclusion Criteria

• Age 18 years and over.

• Self-reported Covid-19 infection (based on previous positive PCT/LFT test, laboratory /hospital diagnosis or suspected infection).

• Subjective Cognitive Impairment (based on self-report, supported by capture of symptoms and impacts).

• Access to a smartphone, tablet or computer with an internet connection. 

• Good understanding of the English Language, sufficient to participate.

Participant Exclusion Criteria

• Already taking part in another active interventional clinical trial.

• Having accessed the ReaCT programme online through participation in the PROTECT UK ageing cohort over the last 12 months.

• Diagnosis of dementia.

Study Resources

Access for the SystmOne and EMIS study resources can be requested below.

For further guidance on using the resources, please refer to the guidance documents and further useful information on the PRIDES page.

The searches have been created with the study specific inclusion and exclusion criteria. 

If you require any further information or help, please contact the IT Specialists:

Jodie Button – jodie.button@nihr.ac.uk

Chris Wright – chris.wright@nihr.ac.uk

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