A new report shows that the more we get tested for COVID-19, the more we keep it out of classrooms.
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“Face masks and proactive testing are projected to substantially mitigate spread,” says the report from the UT 鶹ý Modeling Consortium.
Why it matters: Testing allows us to find asymptomatic students or staff who may be spreading the virus without knowing it — it’s a big part of our approach to keeping schools safe.
Where to get tested: Most pharmacies offer both rapid antigen and non-rapid PCR tests. 鶹ý Public Health also offers free tests throughout the city, and we have free rapid tests on our campuses.
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We’ve compiled a list of those resources
Yes, but: On-campus testing is for symptomatic students and staff only. If you can, getting a free COVID-19 test through 鶹ý Public Health or another community partner is the best way to go.
Dive deeper: about how testing helps stop COVID.