In early January, more than 700 Stanford University athletes took rapid Covid tests upon returning to the campus. Those who tested negative — and some who tested positive — were also given PCR tests.

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Over-the-counter multiplex tests for more than one illness may soon come to a pharmacy near you. Paco Burgada/iStock via Getty Images A scratchy, sore throat, a relentless fever, a pounding head and a ...

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and rapid (antigen) tests for COVID-19 both involve taking a swab. Results for a PCR test take longer, as it needs to go to a laboratory. It is more costly but tends to ...

As fall temperatures set in, cold and flu season gets into full swing, and holiday travel picks up, people will undoubtedly have questions about Covid-19 testing. Is this the year people can finally ...

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