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Verify: Are expired COVID-19 tests okay to use?

Friday is your last chance to order free at-home COVID-19 tests from the government. The federal government is ending the free at-home test program this week, citing a lack of funding. Many have been complaining about the program saying their tests expire in just a few months. But some say even after those tests expire, they're okay to use. Is that true? According to the FDA, many manufacturers have extended the shelf life of their rapid COVID-19 tests. They say the manufacturer provided data showing the shelf life is actually longer than was known when the test was first authorized. "The FDA does have a listing of those notifications by-product by the manufacture that you can look up the lot number, and you can extend the shelf life of the product," Dr. Washington said. Here is how to look up your lot number. READ MORE: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/hea...