You'll be able to order free at-home COVID test kits starting on Wednesday

[TomCADem]

I am glad that these are now being given for free. You cannot really stock pile them, since they expire within a few months. I purchased 2 kits previously, but knew that I would have to replace them in March, so it is nice to be able to get a replacement kit for free.

https://www.npr.org/2022/01/13/1072730868/biden-announces-plans-to-buy-500-million-more-covid-tests-and-to-offer-free-mask

The Biden administration announced Friday that Americans can begin ordering free at-home COVID-19 rapid tests starting Jan. 19.

Orders for up to four tests per household can be placed using the website COVIDtests.gov. The administration will also set up a phone number so those without access to computers or high-speed internet can place orders.

The White House said tests will usually ship within seven to 12 days of ordering, meaning most Americans won't receive them until the end of January.

People ordering tests will input their name and mailing address on the website and can share an email address to get updates on their order, officials said. The website was created with help from the U.S. Digital Service, a federal program created to make federal tech better in the wake of the botched rollout of the HealthCare.gov website for Affordable Care Act health insurance in 2013.

[Bayard]

1. They expire?

I did not know that. Just bought a couple.

[WhiskeyGrinder]

2. Four tests per *household*? You can't do regular testing with four tests per household.