Can Health Canada explain why there has been a dearth of approval for rapid Covid-19 testing when the EU Commission has recommended them for widespread use? (no sarcasm intended)

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for November 19, 2020

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Source:

U.S. FDA approves 1st coronavirus self-testing kit for at-home use

Background:

How Big of a Deal Is the First At-Home Covid Test?
EU Commission recommends wide use of rapid COVID-19 tests

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