coronagenes

Coronavirus (COVID-19) is affecting our lives in many ways. Our study aims to use genetics to understand the symptoms and severity of COVID-19.

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

We're #excited to launch our new study! Are you aged 16 or over? You can help us understand why some people get ill from #coronavirus (COVID-19) and others don't. Complete a simple questionnaire and upload your DNA data to take part. Sign up now: https://t.co/QLZdmTcmcj

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

This was the first evidence in critical illness and infectious disease for finding an effective drug using human genetics.

Best wishes,

Coronagenes Team

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

IMPORTANT NOTICE!
We have stopped recruiting and taking new data. So, in effect, winding down the study.
Thank you very much for your contribution to the research. We really appreciate the time you have given to the study.

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

Your participation has allowed us to make a significant contribution to the COVID-19 HGI (host genetics initiative) by using your de-identified data.
You can read more about this here:
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https://t.co/CTzfaLur02

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

The latest finding builds on previous work in which the team used genetics to discover the potential of a specific treatment, called baricitinib, to treat severe Covid-19.

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

To date, scientists at the University of Edinburgh have identified 49 genetic variants associated with critical illness with Covid-19, including 16 uncovered in their latest study.

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

Through your consent, the #coronagenes study has been able to make a significant contribution to the #COVID-19 HGI (host genetics initiative) by using your de-identified data.
In our recent newsletter, we thanked you all personally. #participants #fightagainstcovid #covid19hg

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

One of the most frequently asked questions from participants has been, ‘How are you using my data?’
So we will be answering this in a newsletter, which provides details on how we use your data and with whom. There's still time to be #bepartofthestory: https://t.co/eLCHDYTwmO

[Albert Tenesa @AlbertTenesa]

Interested in understanding how your genome affects others? Then, this is for you:

https://t.co/SOwN6dvTkB

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

@MadCornishBiker Thank you for sharing your experiences, Allan. Best wishes and stay safe.

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

How are you feeling about the rules being relaxed?
Please let us know #thursdaythoughts #participant #bepartofthestory

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

With the #COVID-19 restrictions lifting, at #coronagenes would love to know 'What's making you smile: Is it seeing your friends or family again?' #FeelGoodFriday

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42% of #coronagenes participants have a bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
#WednesdayWisdom

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The youngest #coronagenes participant is 16 years old. #TriviaTuesday

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

FACT: Thermal scanners CANNOT detect COVID-19. Thermal scanners are effective in detecting people who have a fever (i.e. have a higher than normal body temperature). There are many causes of fever. https://t.co/nYDtY650TN
#MythbuserMondays #WHO

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

#coronagenes has less than 500 people aged under 20.
If you would like to add to this stat and help us study COVID-19, #signup today: https://t.co/BCgnjSKIjY
Uploading your DNA home test data can speed up COVID-19 genetic research #Staturday

[coronagenes @coronagenes]

Habitat loss, invasive species, poaching, and the international pet trade have driven many species to the edge of extinction. Today, on #EndangeredSpeciesDay, take time to see how you could reverse this alarming trend and help vulnerable species find a safe place on this planet.

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Genetic studies like #coronagenes can potentially help prioritise drugs for clinical trials. https://t.co/w0dfLavTyz
#TipThursday

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FAQ - Can I join Coronagenes if I have already had COVID? Yes, every person that has had covid that joins the study, increases the chances of finding new genes linked to covid severity and duration. Join up: https://t.co/MKute7ulDs #WednesdayWisdom

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0.5% of #coronagenes #participants report to be of South Asian ancestry. If you would like to add to this stat and help us study COVID-19, #signup and #BePartOfTheStory https://t.co/eLCHDYBUYe
Uploading your DNA home test data can speed up COVID-19 genetic research #TriviaTuesday