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Health Canada approved a rapid antigen test to be available by the end of the year. (Flickr/Calendar News)
Emily Wilson
Health Canada approved the first rapid antigen test on Oct. 6 to help determine current cases of COVID-19. It is a quicker and cheaper option as testing becomes more in demand and cases spike.
The tests will be available by the end of the year.