The data-matching system where the Government checks whether MIQ workers are properly tested failed to detect the case of the Grand Millenium security guar
The data-matching system where the Government checks whether MIQ workers are properly tested failed to detect the case of the Grand Millenium security guar
Brittney Deguara14:07, May 26 2021
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Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins explained that saliva testing will be offered as part of routine testing at the border from June.
Saliva testing will be added to the testing regime of Covid-19 frontline border workers from June. On Wednesday Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins called it an “important next step” in the mandatory testing of frontline workers. Saliva tests, which will be delivered by Asia Pacific Healthcare Group (APHG), will complement the existing nasopharyngeal swabs, not replace them. Hipkins said following “extensive due diligence” they were satisfied a combination of the two tests, along with staff being fully vaccinated, would continue to provide assurances needed at the border. It would also reduce the level of discomfort among staff who are subject to weekly tests.