WWLTV

Yes, some at-home COVID tests contain a toxic chemical, but they’re safe when used correctly

Starting next week, every home in the United States will be able to order four more free at-home COVID-19 tests from the federal government. Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, public health ...
WZZM

Poison Control warns of possible hazard in COVID-19 at-home test kits

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, rapid at home antigen testing has become a key tool to alert people of a possible infection. Rapid COVID-19 antigen tests detect specific ...
Yahoo

Poison centers around the country sound alarm on chemical in some COVID-19 at-home tests

CINCINNATI — Be aware: That COVID-19 test kit in your home could contain a toxic substance that may be harmful to your children and you. The substance is sodium azide, and Cincinnati Children's ...
Miami Herald

Chemical in COVID test kits can cause sickness if ingested, experts say. What to know

While at-home COVID-19 tests are considered safe and effective when used properly, a chemical found in some popular kits is leading to an increase in calls to poison control centers. Sodium azide is ...