The White House is expanding free at-home COVID tests: Here’s what travelers should know
- The Biden administration plans to distribute more at-home tests at no cost to Americans.
- Health experts say the tests could be useful for travelers visiting family over the holidays.
- Some at-home tests can also be used by international travelers to enter the U.S.
Whether you’re traveling abroad or visiting family for the holidays, health experts say at-home COVID-19 tests can be a convenient way to reduce the risk of spreading the virus.
While the tests have been expensive and hard to find in recent months, the Biden administration is working to make at-home tests more accessible. The White House is announcing Thursday plans to distribute more tests to health centers and rural clinics and have private insurance providers offer reimbursements.