More COVID Rapid Tests Available, But Results May Not Be Reported

The video discusses the increased availability of COVID-19 testing in the US and the challenges in reporting results, especially from rapid tests conducted outside hospitals. State health officials highlight the lack of national standardization, which complicates reporting. The federal government plans to distribute over 100 million rapid tests to states, including schools and nursing homes. Experts warn that schools may struggle with reporting due to limited capacity, often relying on slow, paper-based methods. Accurate data is crucial for states to effectively strategize and identify COVID-19 hotspots.

What does the lack of national standardization in reporting lead to?

What could an accurate accounting of test results help states to do?