Rapid Antigen Tests

Emerging from one of the greatest public health crises of all time, rapid antigen tests have revolutionized our approach to infection control. Now, let's focus on influenza, a virus similar in danger to Covid-19 yet more familiar to us. Despite some underestimating its severity, influenza has been the focal point of numerous epidemics and pandemics, with the 1918 outbreak marking...

Devices that have not been approved by the TGA cannot be used in Australia. The TGA website includes a list of all registered rapid antigen test kits. The TGA outlines its regulations around the sale of rapid antigen test kits and conditions of supply. The TGA website publishes frequently asked questions about the supply of rapid antigen tests, which should...

Did you know that there are four different types of influenza viruses? Most people are only familiar with two – influenza A and B – but there are also C and D. These viruses are all similar in that they cause respiratory illness in humans, but there are some key differences between them. For example, did you know that influenza...

With the recent surge in COVID and flu cases, frontline workers play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of the community.

Global health authorities are monitoring two newly identified variants, both of which stem from Omicron. The "Pirola" variant, officially designated BA.2.86 and first detected in Israel, has surfaced in at least four U.S. states by August 30, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Another variant, informally named "Eris" or EG.5, has become the predominant strain...

The World Health Organisation (WHO) may have declared that COVID-19 is no longer a global health emergency, but that doesn't mean the virus is obsolete. Now that we're entering a winter flu season here in Australia, we would still need to take precautionary measures to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. Stay Protected And Stay Safe Here are some...

Rapid Antigen Tests are designed to support communities and businesses with fast and accurate diagnostics for SARS-CoV-2, thus minimising the risk of Covid-19 entering the workplace. BST Health has access to a leading range of Covid-19 Antigen Test Kits. Each kit contains everything needed for testing, making it extremely easy and convenient to use. This very cost-effective solution delivers highly accurate...