Massive fever study aims to uncover hidden germs in rural asia
NCT ID NCT04629053
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is watching 7,200 people with fever in rural areas of Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Bangladesh to find out what germs are making them sick and how they recover. Researchers are not giving any new drugs—they are just collecting samples and health information. The goal is to improve future diagnosis and care for fevers in these regions.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors better understand which germs cause fevers in these regions, leading to more accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, so it does not test any new treatment. Results may not apply to other regions or populations.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Building Resources Across Communities (BRAC)
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGDhaka, 1212, Bangladesh
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Chiangrai Clinical Research Unit (CCRU)
RECRUITINGChiang Rai, 57000, Thailand
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Laos-Oxford-Mahosot Wellcome Trust Research Unit
RECRUITINGVientiane, 01000, Laos
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Shoklo Malaria Research Unit
RECRUITINGMae Sot, Changwat Tak, 63110, Thailand
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