COVID-19 antigen dwelling exams present a constructive end result. People will be capable to order 4 free COVID-19 exams on the finish of September that will likely be delivered to their mailbox.
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Patrick Sison/AP
The Biden administration is bringing again free at-home COVID-19 exams by mail.
On the finish of September, every family will be capable to order as much as 4 speedy exams by way of COVIDtests.gov.
The exams, which can detect newer COVID-19 variants, will likely be good to be used till the tip of the yr.
The mailed exams are returning after the Meals and Drug Administration this week accredited two up to date COVID-19 vaccines to offer safety in opposition to present strains of the virus. These vaccines, from Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, are anticipated to be rolled out inside days for anybody age 6 months and older.
Vaccination is the best solution to stop COVID-19 an infection, and testing is essential to assist restrict the unfold of the virus, in keeping with the Division of Well being and Human Providers.
When utilizing these speedy antigen exams, a constructive check end result means you very possible have COVID-19.
If you happen to check detrimental and are experiencing signs, the FDA recommends a second check carried out 48 hours after the primary. It recommends three exams for individuals who have been uncovered however do not have signs, additionally 48 hours aside.
The prevention measures are being provided as an sudden summer time wave of COVID-19 hits the U.S.
If you happen to nonetheless have unused COVID exams, they might nonetheless be present. You may verify this FDA web site to see if the expiration date has been prolonged.
