'Tis the season for RATS

COVID19 RAT STOCK

A Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) showing a negative result is seen in Brisbane, Tuesday, April 5, 2022. A Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) is a quick test to check if you have COVID-19, a RAT test will provide a result within 15 to 30 minutes. (AAP Image/Darren England) NO ARCHIVING Source: SBS News / DARREN ENGLAND/AAPIMAGE

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Amid concerns about a fourth wave of COVID-19 approaching the holiday season - there are suggestions people take RAT tests before going to functions where vulnerable. Some in culturally and linguistically diverse communities are preparing to do just that.

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