COVID-19 Testing

  • Starting 11/20/23, you can order 4 more free COVID-19 tests to be mailed to your home. Order at www.covid.gov/tests

  • COVID-19 tests can now be purchased over the counter at most pharmacies or online

  • Please stay home and away from others while you wait for the results of your COVID-19 test

If you test positive, you should:

Symptoms to watch for:

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These symptoms may appear 2-14 days after being exposed to COVID-19:

  • Fever or chills

  • Cough

  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

  • Fatigue

  • Muscle or body aches

  • Headache

  • New loss of taste or smell

  • Sore throat

  • Congestion or runny nose

  • Nausea or vomiting

  • Diarrhea

If you are having any of these symptoms, please call your doctor. Most people are able to recover at home without medical care. Click here to learn more about symptoms.

For general questions call the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services hotline (877) 435-8411.


Page last reviewed 07/05/2023