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What do sick healthcare workers really need to get back to work?

NCT ID NCT07431996

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: PXL University College Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study interviews 60 healthcare professionals in Flanders who are either on sick leave (1-6 months) or recently back at work (up to 6 months). The goal is to learn what factors, needs, and types of support help or hinder their return to work. No treatment is given; the focus is on gathering insights to improve reintegration policies for healthcare workers.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this research could lead to better support programs and policies that help healthcare workers return to work more smoothly after illness.
What could go wrong
This is an observational interview study with only 60 participants in one region, so findings may not apply broadly. It does not test any treatment or intervention.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 60 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Apr 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Jul 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Healthcare professionals working in a Flemish healthcare institution and either on sick leave (1-6 months) or back at work (max 6 months).

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Healthcare professionals on sick leave (1-6 months) or back at work (max 6 months) * Minimum 18 years of age * Working in a Flemish healthcare institution Exclusion Criteria: * Persons younger than 18 years of age * Non-Dutch-speaking participants (language barrier during interviews)

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Korian

    Hasselt, Limburg, 3500, Belgium

  • VitaS

    Peer, Limburg, 3990, Belgium

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