â–º Listen Live

Health Canada approves rapid COVID-19 test

A rapid COVID-19 test that can detect the illness in as little as five minutes is on the way.

Health Canada has approved the test which uses a nasal swab.

It comes a day after Ottawa announced plans to purchase 7.9 million tests and 3,800 test analyzing devices from Abbott Rapid Diagnostics.

The federal government has not given a timeline as to when the test will be available.

- Advertisement -

Related Articles

- Advertisement -

Latest News

Woman airlifted to Edmonton after two-vehicle collision near Elk Point

A 78-year-old woman was airlifted to Edmonton in critical condition following a two-vehicle collision in the county of St. Paul on June 24. 

Town of St. Paul ready to host full day of Canada Day events

The town of St. Paul is getting ready for a packed Canada Day celebration on July 1, featuring activities, live entertainment, and a performance of Canadian fiddle music. 

Bonnyville gears up for a full day of Canada Day celebrations

The town of Bonnyville is inviting residents to a full day of Canada Day fun, with live music, food, and fireworks on July 1.

Saddle Lake man facing drug and document trafficking charges

A 26-year-old Saddle Lake man is facing multiple charges after being arrested by RCMP on June 21.

Fishing Lake man charged after fleeing police

A 23-year-old man from Fishing Lake is facing multiple charges after allegedly attempting to flee from police.
- Advertisement -