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The FDA has approved a new at-home COVID-19 test kit by Everlywell, which requires an online survey to determine eligibility. While convenient, these tests may be less accurate than those conducted by healthcare providers. In New York, Governor Cuomo has expanded testing eligibility due to a surplus in testing capacity, allowing more people with symptoms to get tested. The video concludes with acknowledgments to Kaiser Health News.

What is the purpose of the COVID-19 at-home testing kit approved by the FDA?

What steps must consumers take before using the at-home nasal swab test?

What concerns have researchers raised about at-home nasal swab tests?

How is New York expanding coronavirus testing eligibility?

What symptoms now qualify individuals for testing in New York?