) approval to sell a test for the new coronavirus, as more companies begin producing much needed diagnostics for the pathogen that has set off a global pandemic.
The rise in U.S. cases of COVID-19, a highly contagious and sometimes fatal respiratory illness, has concerned health officials and spurred calls from lawmakers for action to expand testing capacity to slow its spread. Governors around the country have been begging for more test kits. “This is an example of what people can achieve when they come together in a moment of great need,” John Hackett, divisional vice president of applied research and technology at Abbott, said in a telephone interview.
Canadaattorney Too little. Too late.
Great news! But U.S behind in testing compared to China & S. Korea! No use having advanced technological capabilities if you don't deploy to help your sick citizens! Failed state USA! Like so much fighting capabilities! No victories on battle field! Failed leadership!
So what’s the cost to USG and profit margin on these test kits?
USA is the real virus! Whoever calls corona 'the chinese virus' deserves to get infected.