Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Matt Binnicker is the CSO for Mayo Clinic Laboratories. There are now over 40 antigen tests that have received emergency use ...

The first challenge with rapid at-home self tests for COVID-19 is getting one. But once you have a test, there are now growing questions about what body part you should swab to get the most accurate ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Many infectious disease experts believe swabbing both your nose and throat will increase the sensitivity of at-home COVID rapid ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. New research suggests Omicron may be easier to detect in saliva than nasal samples. Some experts recommend swabbing your throat ...

The discomfort of a standard COVID-19 nasal-swab test might make you wonder if that Q-tip is in fact touching your brain. (It’s not.) A new study from the University of Surrey eliminates the need for ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. January 5, 2022 Add as ...