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

Although public health emergency expired, free COVID tests still available at pharmacies and clinics
Many free testing options expired after May 11, but some locations still offer free tests
Check FDA website to see if expiration dates for mailed tests were extended
Free tests available at 15,000 locations like CVS, Walgreens, clinics across U.S.
Use CDC website to find free testing sites by zip code, distance or address

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