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Massachusetts to distribute more than 2 million at-home rapid COVID-19 tests

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Gov. Charlie Baker during a press conference in June. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)
Gov. Charlie Baker during a press conference in June. (Jesse Costa/WBUR)

Gov. Baker announced on Monday that the state will be sending more than two million rapid antigen tests to 102 cities and towns across Massachusetts. In addition, Baker said the state is working on a long-term deal with manufacturers to make tests more affordable for communities in the commonwealth.

WBUR Senior State House reporter Steve Brown joins us to highlight the most important info from Baker's press conference. Then, we turn to Michael Curry, CEO of the Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers, which represents more than 50 health centers, serving more than one million patients.

This segment aired on December 13, 2021.

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