[Lekooks] Free Covid Test Kits

[Janis Tyler]

Thanks for continuing this conversation and for the link so everyone can read this important information. From this info, I can see that the manufacturer is saying that the test is reliable, 99% if done at least two days after exposure. It takes up to 72 hours to process once they receive it in their lab, after you ship it to them by ups. They recommend you request the test six days before you need the results. 
So if you are quarantined for two days before and six days after you are tested, you would probably not be at risk of infecting others. And everyone else in your group would also need to follow these rules. 
BUT the manufacturer is still saying you should not use a negative result to discontinue social distancing.  See below. 
Part of the reason the virus continues to spread is that people assume they are safe. We all have to make our own decisions about the risks of spreading the virus.
The information and options are continuing to change, so it’s good to review new options and this test is one to consider if done properly.  
The good news is that the numbers of people infected and dying is gong down, although there are still about 3,000 people dying every day in our country. I am hopeful we will all be vaccinated soon. Over 8% of people are vaccinated at this point which could be better, but in the coming months we will all get a chance to be vaccinated. 
Take care, Janis




> On Feb 6, 2021, at 2:03 PM, Paula Hillmann <paula.hillmann at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> 
> Thank you Janis. 
> I echo your cautionary reply regarding false negatives, and how test results must be interpreted.
> Paula
> 
>> On Sat, Feb 6, 2021 at 10:11 AM Janis Tyler via Lekooks <lekooks at lekook.org> wrote:
>> I would say the tests, if positive can tell you that you are NOT safe to gather with friends. A negative result has a good chance of being a false negative. A positive is more likely to be reliable. The guidelines are five days of quarantine plus a test, but that is not as good as ten days of quarantine. 
>> Take care everyone ❤️
>> 
>>>> On Feb 6, 2021, at 10:38 AM, Fran B. via Lekooks <lekooks at lekook.org> wrote:
>>>> 
>>> 
>>> Dear Friends,
>>> Thanks to Ginger Goral, I was made aware that free COVID-19 test kits are available. While we wait to be fully vaccinated, using a free test kit is a way small groups of friends and family can know they are safe to gather inside.
>>> Fran Bills
>>> https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/covid-19/collection.htm
>>> COVID-19: At-Home Collection Kit | Wisconsin Department of Health Services
>>> The State of Wisconsin and Vault Medical Services have teamed up to offer a new COVID-19 testing option for everyone who lives in Wisconsin, with or without symptoms, at no cost. This new service allows people to collect their own saliva samples for testing in their home. The capacity is expected to expand over time. Step one: Request an at-home collection kit Request an at-home collection kit ...
>>> www.dhs.wisconsin.gov
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