Free COVID test kits are back: Here’s how to get yours (2024)

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Estelle Lumer

September 26, 2023

Thanks for helping us stay safe!!

Margaret Dyer

September 28, 2023

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positive

Carol Cardon

October 10, 2023

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My husband and I would like to have the new Covid vaccine. What should we do?

Margo Xidis

October 18, 2023

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Free covid tests

Carmen Williams

October 23, 2023

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This is for Covid testing

Kim Frye

November 28, 2023

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December 21, 2023

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I need some tested

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January 02, 2024

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Need some tested

Jennifer Traylor

January 04, 2024

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I have heart issues and my son was around someone who has covid. I can't get him to the Dr right away.

Milca Ramos

December 27, 2023

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I would like free COVID test kits for I was diagnosed on December 19,2023

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January 02, 2024

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I just got over covid used all my free test

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January 02, 2024

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January 03, 2024

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January 03, 2024

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January 04, 2024

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December 01, 2023

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Husband isn’t feeling well and has symptoms. I have a the new shots

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December 18, 2023

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Free Covid home tests

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December 27, 2023

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I am 79 years old and asking for free at home covid testers

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January 02, 2024

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I need tests

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January 02, 2024

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I would love free COVID home test

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December 18, 2023

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December 19, 2023

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I would like the free Covid test kits

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December 20, 2023

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I would like some free tests please.

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December 27, 2023

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I would like some free Covid test kits.

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January 02, 2024

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December 27, 2023

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December 20, 2023

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We are in need of 4 Covid test

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December 27, 2023

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In need of covid tests for home

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January 02, 2024

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January 02, 2024

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I would like some free covid tests to take on a trip.

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January 02, 2024

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My husband and I would like free Covid test kits

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January 02, 2024

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I would like the free COVID tests

Eileen Boisvere

January 04, 2024

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please send me free covid test kits

Trisha Szymanski

October 23, 2023

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Schedule a new Covid vaccine at your local drug store chain online. I got mine at CVS.

Robin S. Perkins

November 20, 2023

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Glad to hear that Trish!

Doug

October 23, 2023

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See your pharmacist. They should be able to give you your vaccines, flu, covid and possibly RSV.

CW

November 06, 2023

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Go to your pharmacy ?

Marge

December 07, 2023

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Just find out who has the vaccine you want here: https://www.vaccines.gov/. Your insurance ought to cover it.

Deanna Hudson

December 06, 2023

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Thank you!

Peter M Smith

December 05, 2023

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I would like to have the Free Covid Testing Kit

Debra Stults-Yocom

December 13, 2023

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I would free Covid Test

Dorothy Biggs

December 15, 2023

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Bee exposed to COVID

Robert Hawkins

December 21, 2023

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Need to see if I have covid

Angela Gonzales

December 27, 2023

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I need to test. I have symptoms of covid

Anna

December 08, 2023

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Go get it done if u need to and to be safe

Kim

December 11, 2023

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You can ask your healthcare provider or any pharmacy will offer them as well. Hope this helps

Audrey Moeller

December 18, 2023

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Would like some new covid tests

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December 18, 2023

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I would like new Covid tests

Linda Kopinga

December 18, 2023

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As senior citizens we would like a free covid test.

Victoria

December 21, 2023

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Carol, I get mine from the county health dept where you don't have to pay.

Free COVID test kits are back: Here’s how to get yours (2024)

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Free COVID test kits are back: Here’s how to get yours? ›

MDHHS has partnered with several libraries across the state of Michigan to provide free at-home COVID-19 test kits to Michiganders.

How do I get a free COVID test from the state of Michigan? ›

MDHHS has partnered with several libraries across the state of Michigan to provide free at-home COVID-19 test kits to Michiganders.

How to get free COVID tests in Washington state? ›

COVID-19 tests are free through state-supported testing programs and at DOH COVID-19 testing kiosks. Medicaid insurance covers at-home COVID-19 tests through September 2024. See Apple Health at-home testing FAQ (wa.gov) to find out how to receive a test at no cost.

Where to get free COVID test kits in SC? ›

If you would like free COVID-19 testing kits delivered to you, please visit https://www.covidtests.gov/. There, you can enter your information and place your order. Each household is allowed one order, which contains four tests. Once you have placed your order, these tests will be delivered to you.

How to get free COVID test kits in California? ›

This site is only for high-risk individuals, so they can be prioritized in the delivery of the test kits. Here is what you need to know about the federal effort: Individuals will be able to order online at www.covidtests.gov. Every home in U.S. can order four (4) free at-home COVID-19 tests.

How long are you contagious with COVID? ›

Many people will no longer be infectious to others after 5 days, but you can be infectious for up to 10 days.

How long can you test positive for COVID? ›

After a positive test result, you may continue to test positive for some time. Some tests, especially NAAT tests, may continue to show a positive result for up to 90 days. Reinfections can occur within 90 days, which can make it hard to know if a positive test indicates a new infection.

What are the latest COVID symptoms in 2024? ›

Symptoms of COVID-19
  • feeling tired or exhausted.
  • an aching body.
  • a headache.
  • a sore throat.
  • a blocked or runny nose.
  • loss of appetite.
  • diarrhoea.
  • feeling sick or being sick.

Do expired COVID tests work? ›

COVID-19 tests and the parts they are made of may degrade, or break down, over time. Because of this, expired test kits could give inaccurate or invalid test results.

When to test for COVID after symptoms? ›

If you have symptoms, test immediately and then test again per the instructions if your first result is negative. If you were exposed to someone who has COVID-19 and you do not have symptoms, wait at least 5 full days after your exposure before testing. If you test too early, you may have an inaccurate result.

How do I call DHEC in Florence, South Carolina? ›

Health Department-Dhec Florence County
  1. 145 E Cheves St. Florence, SC 29506.
  2. (843) 661-4835.

Does Medi-Cal pay for COVID tests? ›

Medi-Cal beneficiaries also are eligible for no-cost COVID-19 testing and treatment, even if they usually are responsible for a share of cost payment​. If you are uninsured or have Medi-Cal but no regular doctor, m​edical advice about COVID-19 is available through the Medi-Nurse advice line at (877) 409-9052.

Are COVID tests free in San Bernardino County? ›

San Bernardino County-facilitated testing sites will offer free at-home COVID-19 tests kits to people who live, work, or attend school in San Bernardino County (proof of residency or employment required). Click here to find a list of county-facilitated testing sites.

Where to get free COVID test kits in Sacramento? ›

A free test kit vending machine is available at the Yolo County Health and Services Agency Office in West Sacramento at 500 Jefferson Blvd. There are also limited free home test kits available at Yolo County libraries including the Arthur F.

What are COVID symptoms? ›

Signs and Symptoms
  • Fever or chills.
  • Cough.
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing.
  • Sore throat.
  • Congestion or runny nose.
  • New loss of taste or smell.
  • Fatigue.
  • Muscle or body aches.
Jun 25, 2024

Can I use an expired COVID test? ›

A: All at-home OTC COVID-19 diagnostic tests are labeled with an expiration date printed on the outer box or package. Generally, tests should not be used beyond this expiration date.

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