declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. In that time, more than 121 million people have contracted the virus, and 2.6 million have died.
Researchers have developed multiple vaccines over the past year, which are being administered all over the world. Recently, in some regions, the number of new COVID-19 cases has gone down.
However, testing is vital, as it allows medical professionals to know who has the virus and act quickly to quarantine others who may be at risk of exposure.
Stay informed with live updates on the current COVID-19 outbreak and visit our coronavirus hub for more advice on prevention and treatment.A team led by researchers from the University of Surrey in Guildford, England, developed a new method to test for COVID-19.