Newsy Investigates: What Led To The Shortage Of At-Home COVID Tests

The video discusses the scarcity and high cost of rapid COVID tests in the US compared to other countries where tests are more available and affordable. It highlights the lack of demand in the US due to public health messaging focused on vaccines, leading to a weak market unable to handle increased demand during the Delta variant surge. The US government and manufacturers are now working to increase supply, with plans to distribute free tests and ramp up production.

Discuss the differences in public health messaging regarding COVID testing between the US and other countries.

What impact did the CDC's guidance on testing for vaccinated individuals have on the demand for rapid tests?