High-risk patients can get free lateral flow-tests and can self-refer for treatment if they test positive
Which patients are high-risk
High-risk patients are defined by NICE TA878, specifically in Section 5, Box 1
How to get free tests
You can get tests from a local pharmacy provided it is participating in the NHS lateral flow device tests supply servicescheme. Use this link to see which pharmacies this includes
How to get help if you catch COVID-19
If you test positive, telephone 0300 024 0000 for assessment
Published: Sep 29, 2026
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