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Posted 9/9/2023, 11:04:00 PM

COVID Hospitalizations Rise as Free Testing Options Decline

COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths are climbing heading into fall.
The COVIDtests.gov program mailing free tests is suspended and not taking orders.
About 10,000 ICATT sites still offer free testing for uninsured.
Health centers provide free or low-cost tests for those meeting criteria.
Some insurance plans still reimburse for COVID-19 testing.

thehill.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/2/2023

COVID hospitalizations on the rise as U.S. enters Labor Day weekend

The U.S. is experiencing a steady increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations as it enters the Labor Day weekend, with new hospital admissions expected to continue rising, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

9/6/2023

Can you still get free COVID tests in 2023? Here's what to know about your options.

As COVID-19 cases rise with the return of children to school, people are seeking free COVID test kits through various means, including mail and insurance coverage, while health authorities monitor the spread of new variants.

9/8/2023

COVID Test Makers Keep Up with Demand Despite Case Increases

The US is witnessing a surge in Covid-19 cases, leading to increased demand for at-home tests, but manufacturers and major pharmacy chains say they have enough supply to meet customers' needs and there is no need to worry about potential shortages.

9/11/2023

Free COVID Testing Still Available Through Select Federal Programs, Though At-Home Tests No Longer Free

Free at-home COVID tests provided by the Postal Service program may no longer be available, but there are still multiple options for getting tested for COVID-19 without paying, including the Test to Treat initiative, Health Resources & Services Administration health centers, and the CDC's Increasing Community Access to Testing (ICATT) program.

9/11/2023

Free COVID Tests Still Available at Pharmacies, Clinics Despite Expired Emergency Order

Free COVID-19 tests are still available at retail pharmacies and clinics, even though many at-home test kits have expired after the public health emergency ended on May 11.

9/13/2023

Updated COVID Boosters With Omicron Target Now Available, But Demand Uncertain

Americans can now receive an updated COVID-19 vaccine to reduce the severity of symptoms, protect against current variants, and curb the risk of "long COVID."

9/20/2023

Free At-Home COVID Test Kits Available Again Starting Sept. 25

The federal government will resume offering free Covid-19 tests through the mail on September 25th, allowing households to order up to four test kits each, and also allocating $600 million to produce additional tests for distribution.

9/20/2023

Biden Administration Invests $600 Million to Boost Domestic Production of COVID Tests, Reopens COVIDTests.gov for Households to Order More Free Tests

The US Department of Health and Human Services is investing $600 million in domestic COVID-19 test manufacturers and reopening COVIDTests.gov to provide free tests to households across the country, improving preparedness and securing 200 million new tests for future use.

9/22/2023

US Postal Service Resumes Free At-Home COVID Test Shipments as Cases Rise Ahead of Winter

The US Postal Service will resume shipping free COVID-19 tests to homes across the country, made possible by a $600 million investment from the White House, as COVID cases continue to rise and winter approaches.

9/21/2023

Free At-Home COVID Tests Available Starting in October

The US government will offer households four free at-home COVID-19 rapid tests starting October 2 to help detect and prevent the spread of the virus, especially during holiday gatherings.

Topics

Posted 9/9/2023, 11:04:00 PM

COVID Hospitalizations Rise as Free Testing Options Decline

COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths are climbing heading into fall.
The COVIDtests.gov program mailing free tests is suspended and not taking orders.
About 10,000 ICATT sites still offer free testing for uninsured.
Health centers provide free or low-cost tests for those meeting criteria.
Some insurance plans still reimburse for COVID-19 testing.

thehill.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/2/2023

COVID hospitalizations on the rise as U.S. enters Labor Day weekend

9/6/2023

Can you still get free COVID tests in 2023? Here's what to know about your options.

9/8/2023

COVID Test Makers Keep Up with Demand Despite Case Increases

9/11/2023

Free COVID Testing Still Available Through Select Federal Programs, Though At-Home Tests No Longer Free

9/11/2023

Free COVID Tests Still Available at Pharmacies, Clinics Despite Expired Emergency Order

Free COVID-19 tests are still available at retail pharmacies and clinics, even though many at-home test kits have expired after the public health emergency ended on May 11.

9/13/2023

Updated COVID Boosters With Omicron Target Now Available, But Demand Uncertain

Americans can now receive an updated COVID-19 vaccine to reduce the severity of symptoms, protect against current variants, and curb the risk of "long COVID."

9/20/2023

Free At-Home COVID Test Kits Available Again Starting Sept. 25

9/20/2023

Biden Administration Invests $600 Million to Boost Domestic Production of COVID Tests, Reopens COVIDTests.gov for Households to Order More Free Tests

9/22/2023

US Postal Service Resumes Free At-Home COVID Test Shipments as Cases Rise Ahead of Winter

9/21/2023

Free At-Home COVID Tests Available Starting in October

The US government will offer households four free at-home COVID-19 rapid tests starting October 2 to help detect and prevent the spread of the virus, especially during holiday gatherings.