On May 11, 2023, the Public Health Emergency (PHE) for Covid-19 is officially ending. The PHE was declared in January 2020 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and has been extended several times since then. With the end of the PHE, there will be changes to Covid testing and related services. 

What is the Public Health Emergency for Covid-19?  

The PHE for Covid-19 allowed for expanded access to testing, treatment, and other services related to the pandemic. It also allowed for changes in regulations and funding to support these efforts. With the end of the PHE, some of these changes will be scaled back or eliminated. 

How Will the End of the PHE Affect Covid Testing?  

One significant change is the end of free Covid testing for individuals without insurance or who are underinsured. The federal government has been providing free PCR testing to these individuals during the PHE, but this service will no longer be available after May 11, 2023. 

My Care Labs Will Continue to Provide Covid Testing 

Despite the end of the PHE, My Care Labs will continue to provide Covid testing services for individuals who need it, at all our testing locations, Fremont Lab, Union City Pop-up & Riverside Gurdwara. We offer a range of testing options, including our all-in-one free PCR Smart test for Covid-19, RSV & Influenza A/B as well as rapid testing and can work with you to determine the best option for your needs. We will also continue to work with schools, businesses, and other organizations to provide COVID-19 testing as needed. 

We understand the importance of accessible and reliable Covid testing, and we remain committed to providing high-quality services for our patients. If you have any questions about our Covid testing services, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team.