With COVID-19 cases rising in Arkansas, experts recommend getting tested if exposed to the virus. Rapid COVID-19 antigen test kits are widely available for purchase at local drug stores and retailers for home testing. The U.S. government is also distributing free test kits through the mail. Now if you test positive? Folllow-up with a clinical test to confirm, and to make sure your case is counted.
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Jacqueline Froelich
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