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Why COVID Tests Are Still So Scarce And Expensive — And When That Could Change

Why COVID Tests Are Still So Scarce And Expensive — And When That Could Change

FromConsider This from NPR


Why COVID Tests Are Still So Scarce And Expensive — And When That Could Change

FromConsider This from NPR

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Length:
12 minutes
Released:
Jan 12, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Many public spaces across the country now require negative COVID-19 tests for entry. But the cost of testing can vary widely, and some say they have had to spend hundreds of dollars to purchase tests.Adam Tanner explains some of the reasons for the drastic difference in at-home test prices. Read his piece 'How Much Should It Cost to Get Tested for COVID-19' on Consumer Reports.In participating regions, you'll also hear a local news segment that will help you make sense of what's going on in your community.Email us at considerthis@npr.org.
Released:
Jan 12, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Every weekday afternoon, the hosts of NPR's All Things Considered help you make sense of a major news story and what it means for you in 15 minutes. In participating regions, you'll also hear from local journalists about what's happening in your community.