The symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19 infection) and influenza are very similar — both can cause fatigue, headache, congestion or runny nose, sore throat, loss of taste or smell, diarrhea, and nausea or vomiting. If you are experiencing some of the symptoms of either COVID-19 or the flu, you may qualify for a study of an investigational COVID-19 and flu rapid test.
Eligible participants…
- Must be age 12 or older
- Must have experienced onset of AT LEAST ONE of these symptoms within the last 7 days:
- Cough; Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing; Fever or chills; Muscle or body aches; Fatigue; Headache; Congestion or runny nose; Sore throat; New loss of taste or smell; Nausea or vomiting; Diarrhea
- May receive compensation for study-related time
- Do not need insurance to join this study
For more information, complete the form on this page. After you submit your information, a Meridian enrollment specialist will call you to talk about the study. There is no obligation to join — you can decide if the study is right for you.
You can also talk to a Meridian enrollment specialist about this study by calling (402) 934-7563.

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Study Location
Meridian Clinical Research
4600 Valley Rd.
Lincoln, NE 68510
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