September 21st 2023.
The Biden Administration is taking further steps to fight the spread of COVID-19. According to NBC News, the Department of Health and Human Services has re-opened their website for households to order up to four free tests that will be mailed to their homes. This program was reinstated with a $600 million investment in domestic manufacturers of COVID-19 tests, creating jobs in the process.
Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response Dawn O'Connell expressed that this investment will strengthen the preparedness for the upcoming fall and winter seasons and rely less on other countries. HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra added that this investment will help mitigate the spread of the virus and strengthen the nation's production levels of domestic at-home COVID-19 tests.
The free test program ended in June, but people can check the Food and Drug Administration's website for extended expiration dates. Free home testing is a great way for people to check their status before engaging in large crowds or spending time with vulnerable patients. If someone tests positive, it allows them to start treatments early to prevent a more serious disease.
The new tests will be able to detect the new EG.5 variant, which has been on the rise in recent weeks. Hospital admissions have passed 20,000 as of September 9th, but there has been a slight decline in emergency room visits. The Biden Administration is also advising Americans to get additional boosters against new COVID-19 strains.
It's great to see the Biden Administration taking action to contain the spread of COVID-19 and provide free tests to households. This program is especially important now, as the virus is more prevalent and contagious during the upcoming fall and winter seasons. Hopefully, these investments will help reduce the risk of the virus and provide a sense of security for all Americans.
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