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Jun.

19, 2022

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Issues First Emergency Authorization for Sample Pooling in Diagnostic Testing

FDA issued first emergency authorization for sample pooling in COVID-19 diagnostic testing to Quest Diagnostics for its Quest SARS-CoV-2 rRT-PCR test.

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Jun.

19, 2022

PCR of Gargle Lavage Samples as Effective as Nasopharyngeal Swabs to Identify SARS-CoV-2 Infection

Twenty-six subjects from a cohort of 80 tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 via nasopharyngeal swab, and all 26 tested positive using gargle lavage (mouthwash), according to new research published in Microbiology Spectrum.

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Jun.

19, 2022

To speed coronavirus testing, FDA greenlights a new type of nasal swab

Swab shortages have led to a bottleneck in Covid-19 testing, but the FDA announced Thursday a broader range of swabs can now be used.

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Jun.

19, 2022

Some evidence shows omicron appears in your throat first. Should at-home Covid tests change?

Throat swabs with at-home Covid tests are not currently recommended in addition to nasal swabs despite mounting pressure, but the FDA says the research isn't there yet.

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Jun.

19, 2022

Coronavirus antigen tests: quick and cheap, but too often wrong?

Science 's COVID-19 reporting is supported by the Pulitzer Center. After a painfully slow rollout of

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Jun.

18, 2022

Saliva samples preferable to deep nasal swabs for testing COVID-19

A YSPH study has found that saliva tests are more accurate and consistent than nasal swabs, opening the door for at-home, self-administered sample collection.

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Jun.

18, 2022

Self-swabbing tests for COVID-19 accurate and safe, study reports

People can be taught to do their own nasal swabs for accurate COVID-19 testing, limiting the exposure of health care workers and the use of protective equipment, according to Stanford researchers.

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Jun.

18, 2022

Swab Nose, Throat, or Both for COVID-19 Rapid Tests?

Rapid antigen tests for COVID-19 come with instructions to swab the nose only. Would adding a throat sample boost the accuracy?

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Jun.

18, 2022

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Authorizes First Test for Patient At-Home Sample Collection

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Jun.

08, 2022

What is a Nasopharyngeal Swab?

In addition to being the standard testing method for COVID-19, the nasopharyngeal swab is also frequently used for the detection of various viruses.

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Jun.

08, 2022

Saliva samples for COVID-19 testing: as good as nasopharyngeal swabs, but cheaper

According to a new study by a group of researchers at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) and McGill University, saliva sampling should be considered as an alternative to nasopharyngeal swabs for detecting SARS-CoV-2 infection. Similarly sensitive, less costly and much more comfortable, this technique could benefit governments, the healthcare system and all individuals being tested.

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Feb.

16, 2022

How Safe Are Your Bathroom Shower Screens?

Despite the inevitable fact that glass shower screens look amazing, many people are sick and tired of the fact that they can break.

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Feb.

12, 2022

Which Kind of Material of Pans Can You Use on the Grill?

You can use a stove and a grill to prepare food. However, these cooking devices are very different from each other. While the stove concentrates the heat, the grill spreads the heat over the surface. A grill also uses a higher temperature than a stove. Because of the obvious differences between the equipment used in the two methods, you may be wondering if you can use your stovetop pan.

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Feb.

12, 2022

Dinnerware Buying Guide

Choosing a set of dinnerware is a big decision, since it’s something you’ll use on a daily basis and for special occasions—everything from a morning bowl of cereal to a holiday dinner with family and friends.

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Feb.

11, 2022

How to Choose the Best Wine Glasses for You？

Some wine glasses perform better than others (and there's actually some science to back this up). That said, what's the best wine glass for you?

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Jan.

28, 2022

Tips on Using A Cast Iron Pan on the Grill or on the Stove

In theory, a grill is a simple way to cook over an open fire. Fire, whether from burning charcoal or gas, is what does the cooking. The heavier and sturdier the pan, the more heat it can hold. An added benefit is that a cast iron pan also brings nutritional iron to the food.

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Jan.

28, 2022

Benefits of Hexagonal Mesh In Agricultural Practices

A hexagonal mesh is a relatively affordable and durable source of protection for plants and animals. It is used for different farm practices and is now being used for many agricultural processes.

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Jan.

28, 2022

Is Porcelain Dinnerware Durable?

For millions of years, porcelains have been used to create decorative kitchenware. In the ceramics family, porcelain is the supreme material. Porcelain was first invented in China and has informally come to be known as “china” or “fine china”.