What an internist is saying about COVID-19 and rapid tests ahead of the holidays – CBC

Dr. Fahad Razak says easiest way to get COVID rapid tests is from local pharmacies

Nov 30, 2023

If you think COVID-19 rapid tests are becoming less visible in stores and pharmacies, this Ontario internist says you’re right.

Dr. Fahad Razak from St. Michael’s Hospital says people went from waiting in long lines to get free tests, to being accustomed to picking one up at their local pharmacy or grocery store checkout.

As the spread of COVID becomes more apparent in parts of Ontario and Canada, Razak says asking your pharmacist for tests remains your best option.

“They’re not as easy [to find] as they were to get back in the day,” he said.

“Unfortunately, there’s not really a great repository that you can check … Your local public health unit may have some on stock as well.”

Razak spoke with Windsor Morning host Amy Dodge about test availability and the uptick in the virus ahead of the holiday season. Here’s part of their conversation.

Read more: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/internist-covid-rapid-tests-holidays-1.7045141