Free at-home COVID-19 test orders suspension has been confirmed by the U.S. federal government.
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Sample testing devices used in diagnosing the COVID-19 novel coronavirus are checked on a production line as they are prepared to be included in testing kits for shipment at the SD Biosensor bio-diagnostic company near Cheongju, south of Seoul on March 27, 2020.
In January, the Biden administration launched its health program allowing American households to receive free coronavirus test kits.
Thanks to the government's efforts, many families were able to check if they were infected with the deadly COVID-19 or not.
But, all good things really do come to an end. The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has already updated its website, confirming the deadline for free at-home COVID-19 test orders.
"If you need a COVID-19 test now, are looking for another type of COVID-19 test, or need more tests than covidtests.gov provides, the resources below are available," said the agency.
Free At-Home COVID-19 Test Orders to Be Suspended?
According to USA Today's latest report, the U.S. government will halt its free at-home COVID-19 test program starting on Sept. 2.
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A medical specialist in protective suit works on blood samples from vendors and labours at Long Bien market for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) rapid test on April 18, 2020 in Hanoi, Vietnam. Hanoi conducts rapid tests at a number of wholesale markets throughout the city on April 18-19 in order to detect the potential spread of the novel coronavirus.
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Officials explained that they had to suspend orders since supplies were becoming more and more limited. They added that at-home test kits should be preserved for potential COVID-19 infection increases.
On the other hand, the administration stated that Congress not approving the test kit replenishment funds is also among the major factors that forced them to suspend the orders.
As of writing, the U.S. federal government still hasn't confirmed how many COVID-19 kits are left. But, officials may soon provide further updates.
How to Get Free At-Home COVID-19 Test
CNET reported that the U.S. Postal Service requires consumers to provide health information before ordering their at-home COVID-19 test kits.
But, before doing that, you must follow these steps first.
- Visit the covidtest.gov website or click this link.
- After that, provide your contact details, as well as shipping information.
- Then, click the "Check Out Now" button.
- Check if all your details are correct. Once you are sure, just tap on the "Place My Order" option.
If there are some issues accessing the provided websites, you can call "800-232-0233" so that USPS staff can properly assist you.
Recently, CDC confirmed that U.S. COVID-19 vaccine utilization has a major problem.
On the other hand, FDA approved the use of the COVID-19 vaccine for children six months to five years old.
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