Get free at-home COVID-19 tests
This article was last reviewed on June 21, 2022.
Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order free at-home COVID-19 tests. Order your tests now so you have them when you need them.
Babylon providers can also prescribe Pfizer’s antiviral pills, known as Paxlovid, to help prevent severe symptoms in high-risk patients, where appropriate.
It’s also easy to get vaccinated
Find your nearest vaccination point by:
- Texting your zip code to 438829
- Checking https://www.vaccines.gov/
- Calling 1-800-232-0233
- Contacting your state or local health department
- Contacting your local pharmacy or checking their website
By the way, did you know you can get a free ride to your vaccination appointment? All you have to do is contact Lyft.
Unsure about getting the COVID-19 vaccine?
Using your state’s vaccine tracker or contacting your local health department
(Our top states by member are listed here):
Have kids?
You may be able to get free childcare during your appointment:
Why get vaccinated?
- The vaccines are safe and effective at preventing severe illness and death from COVID-19
- The sooner we all can get past the pandemic, the sooner we will all be able to lead healthier and safer lives.
Some key vax facts
How do the vaccines work?
How do the vaccines work?
All COVID-19 vaccines work by teaching your immune system how to recognize and then attack the virus. This ability, known as immunity, helps your body spot the virus as it enters your body, kill it and prevent it from making you very sick.
Can the shot give me coronavirus?
Can the shot give me coronavirus?
No. The vaccines only contain selected (and safe) parts of the virus and not the active COVID-19 virus itself. So it cannot infect you.
I had COVID-19 and I recovered. Am I immune, or do I need to get vaccinated?
I had COVID-19 and I recovered. Am I immune, or do I need to get vaccinated?
The CDC recommends that you still have the vaccine. Studies have shown that vaccination gives your immunity a boost if you’ve already had COVID-19.
For more vaccine-related FAQs, visit COVID-19 Vaccine FAQs.
Our doctors have also clarified common COVID-19 vaccine myths.
Looking for a COVID-19 test?
Head over to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services page for where you can get tested.
The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Seek the advice of a doctor with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never delay seeking or disregard professional medical advice because of something you have read here.