The Reproductive Infectious Diseases Program is a network of health professionals, researchers and knowledge users dedicated to advancing reproductive infectious diseases care and research internationally. Through local, national and global research collaborations, the team works to address emergent knowledge gaps and provide evidence-based guidance for the prevention, treatment, and care of reproductive infectious diseases. An overview of the program and the research we do can be found here


Latest Updates from the RID Program:

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RID Program 2023 Annual Report is Now Available!

The RID Program has released its annual report on the activities conducted by the research team in 2023!

Click here to access the report and learn about all of the amazing work completed, conferences attended, new publications and other important accomplishments for the RID Program in 2023, as well as updates on our ongoing research projects.


The COVERED COVID-19 Vaccine Registry for 2023 pregnancies and its associated Immune Sub-Study are now open and accepting new participants!

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The COVERED COVID-19 Vaccine Registry is a project conducted by the RID Program, which is aiming to increase knowledge surrounding vaccinations as well as maternal and infant outcomes for pregnant individuals across Canada.

This study is actively recruiting individuals across Canada who became pregnant in 2023 and are at least 19 years of age. No previous vaccination or intention to receive a vaccination is required to participate. If you are interested in participating, the e-consent for the study can be found here or for more information visit the COVERED website.

The COVERED Immune Sub-Study is recruiting currently pregnant people who are 19 years of age or older, intending or scheduled to be vaccinated against COVID-19, and registered to deliver at BC Women’s Hospital. This study involves collection of maternal blood samples, infant blood samples, and breast milk samples, in order to help understand the immune response to COVID-19 vaccines in pregnancy. If you are interested in participating or would like more information click here.