How to Order Free COVID-19 Tests in September
Free COVID-19 Test Kits Available for U.S. Households
Starting this month, Americans will be able to order free COVID-19 test kits that will be mailed to their homes. U.S. households will be able to order as many as four nasal swab tests at COVIDTests.gov when the federal program reopens. The U.S. Health and Human Services agency overseeing the program has not yet given an exact date when ordering can begin.
Benefits of the Free COVID-19 Test Kits
The tests will detect current virus strains and can be ordered ahead of the holiday season, when families and friends gather for celebrations. This is a timely move, considering the recent surge in COVID-19 cases and the importance of taking precautions to stay safe.
Updated COVID-19 Vaccine Approved
U.S. regulators last month approved an updated COVID-19 vaccine that is designed to combat the recent virus strains and, hopefully, forthcoming winter ones, as well. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention already has recommended this fall’s shot for everyone age 6 months and older.
Why Immunity Wanes
While most Americans have some degree of immunity from prior infections or vaccinations or both, that protection wanes. Last fall’s shots targeted a different part of the coronavirus family tree, a strain that’s no longer circulating.
How to Order Free COVID-19 Test Kits
When the program reopens, U.S. households will be able to order free COVID-19 test kits online at COVIDTests.gov. The tests will be mailed to their homes, and households can order as many as four nasal swab tests.
Conclusion
The availability of free COVID-19 test kits is a welcome development, especially as the holiday season approaches. By taking advantage of this program, Americans can take steps to protect themselves and their loved ones from the virus.
FAQs
Q: When can I order free COVID-19 test kits?
A: The exact date when ordering can begin has not been announced by the U.S. Health and Human Services agency overseeing the program.
Q: How many tests can I order?
A: U.S. households can order as many as four nasal swab tests.
Q: What kind of tests are available?
A: The tests will detect current virus strains and are nasal swab tests.
Q: Is the vaccine available?
A: Yes, an updated COVID-19 vaccine has been approved and recommended for everyone age 6 months and older.
