Were SARS-CoV-2 self-tests used for their intended purpose? The experience in Belgium

• Main Authors: Yves Lafort (Author), Laura Cornelissen (Author), Dieter Van Cauteren (Author), Barbara Verboven (Author), Sabine Drieskens (Author), Simon Couvreur (Author), Lize Hermans (Author), Koen Straetmans (Author), Tinne Lernout (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2023-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Self-testing has been promoted as a means of increasing COVID-19 test coverage. In Belgium, self-testing was recommended as a complement to the formal, provider-administered indications, such as out of courtesy before meeting others and when feared to be infected. More than a yea...