Who can get a free COVID-19 rapid lateral flow test (2024)

FAQs

Who can get a free COVID-19 rapid lateral flow test? ›

Testing is available to everyone in New Jersey.

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.

Rapid antigen (self-test or at-home) tests are now covered by insurance, as required by the federal government. If you are uninsured, many test sites in the Commonwealth test uninsured individuals for free. Visit TestingLocator.cdc.gov to find a no-cost COVID-19 testing location near you.

NYC Health + Hospitals offers FREE COVID-19 tests in these Queens locations. No appointment necessary. 79-01 Broadway Elmhurst, NY 11373 Monday – Sunday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

People without health insurance who have symptoms related to COVID-19 or who were exposed to someone with COVID-19 can locate free testing through the CDC ICATT program. Home test kits for COVID-19 are widely available in pharmacies, grocery stores, and other retail locations.

After testing positive for COVID-19, the duration of contagiousness can vary. However, individuals are typically contagious for about 10 days after the onset of symptoms. For those with mild to moderate symptoms, this period can be shorter, often around 5-7 days.

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.

Mild to moderate illness from COVID-19 usually lasts an average of 10 days. For some people, symptoms fade in a matter of days; for others, it takes weeks.

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.

What are COVID symptoms? ›

When You Should Test for COVID-19. 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 your COVID-19 test was positive, this means that the test did detect the presence of COVID-19 in your nasal secretions. This result would suggest that you are currently infected with COVID-19. If you had a positive COVID-19 test, please self-isolate at home as much as possible according to CDC instructions.

Testing is available to everyone in New Jersey.

Before You Throw Out "Expired" Tests: Check to see if your COVID-19 tests' expiration dates have been extended. Medicaid enrollees may still receive free at-home tests.

COVID-19 Rapid Testing in Livingston, NJ

If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, visit AFC Urgent Care Livingston today. Testing is available seven days a week, with results in minutes. Walk-ins are welcome and most insurance plans are accepted. For more information, please call (973) 601-2626.

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.

On average, a mild to moderate COVID-19 infection lasts for 10 days. However, how quickly you bounce back from a COVID-19 infection depends on various factors, including your health before the infection, any underlying conditions you may have, and which variant of the virus you have contracted.