Imperative to root out money-guzzling parasites

Nucleic acid test results are the most direct, basic and critical scientific basis for policymakers to decide on the most rational novel coronavirus prevention and control measures, so as to realize early detection, early reporting, early isolation and early treatment.

Since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic three years ago, the whole nation has made enormous sacrifices and paid a heavy price to protect people's lives and health.

While many other businesses are facing a bitter winter, the nucleic acid testing companies that have mushroomed nationwide are making money hand over fist. To ensure that the testing, which has become a daily necessity for local residents in the hard-hit regions, does not add to people's financial burden, governments at various levels are paying for it.