While at-home COVID tests are readily available, this is the first home test for influenza A and B, commonly known as the flu. The test was granted an emergency use authorization, which facilitates the availability of "medical countermeasures" during public health emergencies. READ MORE: First...
The test is the latest addition to Roche’s diagnostic portfolio for Covid-19. Previously, the company launched a newblood gas digital diagnostic tool, called Roche v-TAC, to simplify and accelerate the screening of patients with respiratory problems during the Covid-19 pandemic. In May, the ...
COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) and Influenza (commonly known as “the Flu”) are two common respiratory illnesses caused by viruses. Both of these viruses can cause similar symptoms, including fever, cough, sore throat, fatigue, body aches, and more. These symptoms can range from mild (or none) ...
3 Must be symptomatic and have flu testing done with COVID-19 testing in order to be eligible. Please contact your health plan before scheduling to confirm the test meets coverage criteria and any cost-sharing amount. You may be billed by Walgreens and, if applicable, the laboratory for up...
As cold weather arrives, the need to test for COVID-19 may be greater, but it may also be harder to differentiate COVID-19 symptoms from general cold and flu symptoms. Experts recommend following testing protocol as laid out by the CDC and making sure any home tests you use are up-to...
The FDA has authorized the Healgen Rapid Check COVID-19/Flu A&B Antigen test for over-the-counter use.Healgen.com Similar to other virus test kits on the market, the Healgen product entails using a nasal swab sample to detect if it shows the presence of proteins from SARS-CoV-2 (the...
People who test positive for COVIDno longer need to isolate for five days, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday. TheCDC’s new guidancenow matches public health advice for flu and other respiratory illnesses: Stay home when you’re sick, but return to school or work on...
COVID-19 positivity rates in some areas of the U.S. are as high as 25%–30%. Now influenza rates also are starting to rise. Experts at Mayo Clinic anticipate flu activity will continue to increase over the coming weeks and months until the spring. While
Md., on Aug. 2, 2018. The FDA has approved the first combination test for flu and COVID-19 that can be used at home, giving consumers an easy way to determine if a runny nose is caused by either disease. Credit: AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File...
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