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Order your free COVID-19 Test Kits
U.S. households are eligible to order another 4 free COVID-19 tests from the US Postal Service (https://special.usps.com/testkits). COVIDTests.gov has more details about at-home tests, including extended shelf life and updated expiration dates. Orders will ship free, starting September 30, 2024.
COVID-19 testing can help you know if you have COVID-19 so you can decide what to do next, like getting treatment to reduce your risk of severe illness and taking steps to lower your chances of spreading the virus to others.
At-home COVID tests can be taken at home or in other locations and typically provide results within 30 minutes or less. While vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself from COVID-19, COVID tests can be administered to both vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals.
Many COVID-19 tests have extended expiration dates. If you think your COVID-19 test may have expired, check the FDA's website for information on authorized at-home test diagnostic tests and expiration dates.
______________________________________________________________________ Respiratory Viruses
Respiratory viruses commonly cause illness such as Flu, COVID-19, and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), especially in the Fall and Winter. There are actions you can take to protect yourself and others. Learn about how to reduce your risk of getting sick from these viruses, and if they are spreading in your community.
CDC Information
Maryland Department of Health Information
At home COVID-19 Test Kits are available to the public from the health department during regular business hours (M-F, 8am-430pm). Businesses and organizations interested in distributing a supply of test kits to their staff and others are encouraged to contact the Emergency Preparedness office at the health department.
Many manufacturers have extended the expiration dates of the at home COVID-19 test kits. Please check the link below to find the extended expiration date.
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Queen Anne's County Department of Health
410-758-0720