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VOICE-OVER: You have received a letter,
inviting you to take part in the Health Study.
This is a survey about the health of people living in Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba.
In the survey we examine how well you are protected
against infectious diseases and what your living conditions are.
It's important that you take part.
By doing so you will be making a big contribution to public health,
because the results will help us to take better measures
to prevent and combat diseases in the future.
What does the study involve?
The examination takes about an hour and starts with the signing of a declaration.
In doing so, you agree to participate in the research.
We measure your height, weight and blood pressure
and take a few drops of blood with a prick in your finger.
In the case of small children it will be a heel prick.
We take samples of mucus from the nose and the back of your throat
with a cotton swab.
You will also receive instructions on how to collect a stool sample at home.
The study ends with a questionnaire about your personal circumstances,
immunisations and lifestyle, among other things.
We can help you fill out the questions if needed.
Once you have completed each part of the study, you will receive 25 dollars.
Will you help make our islands healthier?
Drop in at one of the locations listed in the letter. Thank you.
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