Washington residents can now order free, fast COVID-19 tests delivered to their homes.
The Say Yes! COVID Test website launched on January 21.
But the Seattle Times reported that the state’s stockpile of about 650,000 testing kits ran out around 6 p.m. that day.
Only one order can be placed per address. Each order comes with four quick tests. Even if more people live at home, each household will be limited to four tests.
If you receive a message that says “Thank you for Say Yes! COVID-19 testing. We have had an overwhelming response to this initiative and have exhausted the limited supply available for home delivery,” you can still submit your name , address and phone number, and when you have stock, you will be in line to pick up your kit refill.
The Washington Department of Health said it will keep an eye on its social media channels and sayyescovidhometest.org to see when more testing will be available. Officials did not provide an estimated date for the new batch of tests, blaming “national supply chain needs.”
The ordering site is currently only available in English and Spanish. Language assistance is available to anyone with limited English or Internet access — dial 1-800-525-0127, then press #.
You can also buy home tests at local retailers and pharmacies.
If you have health insurance, most insurers will now pay for up to eight at-home tests per month for everyone on your plan.
