Received lateral flow tests that I didn't order

[Hat3]

I've just received a pack of NHS lateral flow tests that I didn't order. The only thing I can think of is that because we have a health condition that means we're eligible for COVID-19 treatments, we're being sent them free. Anyone else received them as well? I'm baffled!

[Borage]

I think you are right. Antivirals need to be started quickly to be effective, so you need to test promptly if you have symptoms.

[Eadaoin]

A recent personalised email from the NHS arrived last week saying that I had been identified as having one or more conditions which might cause me to become seriously ill if I caught Covid 19 so I was being sent a free box of lateral flow tests (arrived today). If I developed covid-like symptoms then I should check using these tests and report the result on the indicated link. (Other lateral flow tests will not be recognised by the link). A positive result would mean that I will then be sent anti-viral medication. I am surprised how much more confident I feel now about going out and about.

[Otterfield]

Yes I have been sent a box too, but no email to explain. Even with the promised antivirals I cannot afford to get Covid as it would seriously delay or even prevent my SCT.

[Wyebird]

Yes but I got mine months ago

[Jules153]

I got the email last week and received the box yesterday, i actually feel that my condition is recognised now and it does make you feel more confident going about your daily life.

[Bluesloth1]

I have not received an email or lft’s. I’d feel much better if I had. Pointless trying to have another call to my surgery as ‘it’s nothing to do with them’ or anyone else it seems. Glad at least there’s some recognition. Best wishes.

[Daisy-May]

I received a box of NHS Lateral flow test yesterday...

[lhammy66]

Yes I got mine too so I assume they are sent to all listed as vulnerable

[Daisey123]

Morning yes I received a email last week saying becouse of having ET . I have to have a box on stand by just in case .Then i received some the day after. Because we need them to be able to get the meds if needed.

[Little-friend-Susan]

Yes, I received my email last week and the box of tests arrived yesterday. The system does seem to be working. Sally

[Hat3]

Thank you everyone. I've just gone back through my emails and realise I did get the email but only scanned the first few paragraphs because I thought it was just another routine one about 'my condition' and antivirals. Completely missed the bit about sending out a box of LFTs! Surprisingly proactive of the NHS and I'm grateful we have been sent them.

[SRH55]

I received mine a while back & an email too,

[Planting]

HiYes I got them also. I thought it was my area CCG catching up and realising at long last that I am “on the list”. I live in Lancashire

[Devilgirl]

No I've not had either an email or lfts sent. Obviously still not on the list despite having had covid last month & getting antivirals organised through my gp. I live in West Cumbria.

[Instow1]

Hyes I received a packet on Saturday