Even if you’re vaccinated, there are still scenarios where you should get tested and use your results to make smart, empathetic choices.
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It has been a few weeks since the federal government began mailing out the free Covid-19 testing kits, and it is now easier to find rapid tests in stores. Even with Omicron's surge on the decline, the pandemic isn't over. There are still concerns about Omicron's sister and a new variant can always arrive. What is the most efficient way to use the government's free tests? When should you test for Covid-19 and how should you interpret the findings?

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