Covid Tests: Biden Administration Relaunches Free At-Home Testing Program
Covid Tests: Free At-Home Program Details
The Biden administration next month will relaunch a program for every American to order free COVID-19 tests through the mail, officials confirmed.
Administration officials stated during a briefing that households will be able to order four free tests via the Covidtests.gov website once it relaunches in late September. These tests will be mailed directly to residents, allowing families to stay safe this fall and winter season.
Support and Recommendations
- The program marks the seventh instance over three years where free tests are accessible.
- CDC suggests everyone aged 6 months and older receive updated COVID-19 and flu vaccines.
- Paxlovid, an antiviral, will be available for free to those on Medicare, Medicaid, and the uninsured until 2024.
Despite a summer surge in infections, CDC Director Mandy Cohen noted this increase hasn't resulted in more serious healthcare outcomes due to immunity from vaccinations and prior infections.
Looking Ahead: Vaccination Strategy
Officials recommend annual COVID-19 vaccinations to coincide with flu shots for enhanced immunity.Peter Marks, FDA official, emphasized that pairing these vaccines can help optimize community protection against viral infections.
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