Free COVID-19 Tests Available for US Households Starting Late September

The federal government will distribute four free test kits per household through COVIDTests.gov to detect current variants.

The Department of Health and Human Services announced the return of the COVIDTests.gov program, allowing Americans to order four free COVID-19 test kits per household.
The tests will detect dominant variants like KP.3.1.1, which accounts for over half of current US cases, and will be usable until the end of the year.
The exact date for when orders can be placed has not been confirmed, but it is expected to be by the end of September.
This initiative comes as health officials prepare for an anticipated winter surge in COVID-19 cases, following a summer increase.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention continue to recommend updated COVID-19 and flu vaccinations for everyone aged six months and older.