Research shows that rapid antigen tests are performing as well at detecting the most recent dominant variants as they did with the earliest strains in the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Knowing if you have COVID or the flu can affect when you get vaccinated, need a particular antiviral, or if you need to work from home. But these combination tests can be expensive.
Some results of independent testing of rapid antigen tests available in Australia have been made public. Here’s what the data tell us.
Still getting a negative RAT after a COVID exposure and days of symptoms? It might be time to consider a PCR.
Here’s what we know from the limited data publicly available.
Face masks are still an effective way to help stop the spread of the BA.5 subvariant.
Now we’re all accustomed to self-testing at home, we should consider using rapid antigen tests for flu as well.
A sore throat is more common with Omicron than Delta, but that doesn’t mean a throat swab will give you a more accurate – or earlier – result.
The COVID isolation period is seven days in Australia, but you might still be infectious after that if you have symptoms and a positive RAT.
Can you use a test intended for adults or older children? How do you test a wriggling or grumpy small child anyway? We’re infection control and child health researchers. Here are our tips.
With the relaxation of mask-wearing mandates, there’s even more need to know how much over-the-counter tests help.
Your rapid antigen tests say you’re COVID-negative but you still have cold symptoms. Generally, you should stay away from others until you’re well again.
The CDC’s controversial recommendation changes are based on new studies showing that most omicron transmission takes place within five days of the onset of illness.
With access to testing limited and without other ways of measuring likely infection rates, New Zealand’s confirmed COVID cases are likely to be just a fraction of the total.
Calculating your risk of death or hospitalization if you are infected with the coronavirus requires good data – notably, the total number of infections in the US. Unfortunately, that data is fuzzy.
It’s easy to avoid common pitfalls when taking rapid antigen tests. Here are a few to watch out for.
It doesn’t need to be scary or painful. With the right technique, you’ll be able to perform this test quickly and safely at home.
Rapid Antigen Tests are being rolled out by the millions for Australians to check their COVID status. But a result should be interpreted in context.
The lack of preparation has been even more stunning than the miscalculation. As prime minister, Scott Morrison has to shoulder prime responsibility.
Whether you’ve tested positive on a PCR or a rapid antigen test, here are a GP’s tips of how to manage your condition.
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