Antigen tests sold in Dunnes and Lidl recalled over false positives
The Genrui tests are giving people false-positive results. The HPRA issued a safety notice for the Genrui SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Self-Test. Numerous people have received false-positive results after using the Genrui tests. Two batches of the tests, sold at Lidl and Dunnes, are being recalled; 20211008 and 2021125. False positives occurred because the sample diluent […]
4 years ago
Antigen tests to be rolled out in primary schools on or before November 29
The Minister for Education confirmed the news today. Antigen tests will be rolled out in primary schools on or prior to November 29, Minister for Education Norma Foley has confirmed. Speaking to RTÉ News today, Minister Foley said the HSE will be providing antigen tests free of charge to parents and guardians of every child […]
5 years ago
Government reveals who will be given free antigen tests
The Government has ruled out supplying free antigen tests to the wider public. Antigen tests will be given to those in school setting and close contacts of positive Covid cases for free. Speaking on Morning Ireland, Minister Donelly said the cost of the tests will be subsidised. “The advice I have is they shouldn’t be […]
5 years ago