Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs, Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi has revealed that the COVID-19 self-test kits are now available for less than RM7, which is well below the set ceiling price of RM19.90.
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According to Malay Mail, earlier in October, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin said the government intends to revise the ceiling price and they are waiting for the current supply to finish before making an announcement.
Nanta took to his Facebook page saying that a total of 2,560 business premises throughout the country have been authorised to sell COVID-19 rapid test kits as of October 28th.
Besides pharmacies, the government also aims to increase the availability of screening kits by including supermarkets, convenience stores and petrol stations in stages. The minister said expanding the sale of the kits to more premises will encourage competition and it will help to bring the prices down.
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As of October 29th, the Medical Device Authority (MDA) has approved a total of 54 COVID-19 self-test kits which include nasal swab, saliva or both.
Also, remember, regardless if you got positive or negative test results, it is recommended that you submit your COVID-19 self-test results via MySejahtera.
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