To stop the spread of COVID-19 in Lebanon, rapid antigen testing for the disease should be used by asymptomatic individuals.

Although vaccination rates are rising, research from other countries suggests that ongoing health initiatives are necessary to stop the COVID-19 virus from reemerging, especially in nations like Lebanon. The community's COVID-19 levels, concern variations, and epidemics detection and management depend on testing, screening, tracing, and isolation.

According to MedAid, more than 400 rapid antigen test kits will be distributed to small and medium-sized online portals and pharmacies in the upcoming week. This includes independent mobile apps and pharmacies located throughout Beirut, Rabieh, Dekweneh, Tripoli, Ein Saadeh, Zalka, and Adonis. People can adopt screening more readily.

Rapid testing is an essential layer of defense against COVID-19, together with other public health measures, including wearing a mask, washing your hands, and vaccination. It can be utilized as a screening tool to help safeguard employees, families, and communities while also maintaining the safety of workplaces and the health of the economy. Rapid testing can be performed at home or work quickly and safely for persons who might have COVID-19 but don't exhibit any symptoms. People can obtain results in as little as 15 minutes.

By making it more straightforward for individuals to locate these rapid antigen tests in their neighborhood, MedAid is boosting the distribution of rapid tests through online portals like NokNok.

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"MedAid prioritizes the health and security of Lebanese people. With our partners, we are happy to serve families, workplaces, and employees so they may live their lives and run their companies safely. In this, we are all partners. Testing and screening are an additional layer of defense that are essential to help slow the spread of COVID-19 and safely restore the economy, in addition to supporting public health precautions and the ongoing rollout of vaccines throughout Lebanon.

Co-founder of MedAid, Rana Tarakji

"A good addition to the numerous local programs aimed at halting the spread of COVID-19 is providing families and businesses with immediate access to rapid test kits via online portals and delivery apps, specifically Q-commerce apps. All of us should continue to do our part to prevent the spread and preserve lives.

Co-founder of MedAid, Alfred Kaldany

Rapid antigen tests, also known as rapid screens or rapid tests, are quick and straightforward to perform. They can yield results in as little as 15 minutes. Those with a high viral load and a high potential for transmission are those they can recognize the best. According to local recommendations, a rapid antigen test result that appears to be positive should be verified.