Major U.S. pharmacy chains are experiencing high volumes of sales of COVID-19 rapid test kits in the wake of rising case counts and hospitalizations, leading some to worry about possible product shortages.
"We are seeing greater demand in this category nationwide, which may cause temporary and isolated shortages," a spokesperson for Walgreens told the Washington Examiner. The representative also said in-pharmacy PCR testing for COVID-19 increased 104% from July 15 to Aug. 15.
While hospitalization rates across the country continue to increase steadily and public health officials are contemplating controversial mask mandates again, some experts suggest that the United States is better prepared to handle the situation than at the height of the pandemic. Your questions on COVID answered! Here's what we know about #COVID19 right now and how to keep you and your family protected. ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/k9kGrx61Gr
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