After the demand for Covid tests has skyrocketed – 19, for the new Omicron variant, Amazon, CVS Health, and Walgreens reported that they will limit the number of home tests customers can purchase.
Amazon is limiting purchases of its coronavirus test collection kits to a maximum of 10 per customer.
“As in other retailers, We are experiencing inventory shortages in some Covid tests – 19 due to higher demand, ”an Amazon spokesperson told FOX. “We are working hard to secure additional trial inventory available from our sales partners.”
The company said third-party vendors can set their own product quantity limits for Covid testing – 19 available on its website.
Meanwhile, CVS confirmed to the media that it will limit customers to six home test kits per purchase of their five over-the-counter offerings, including Abbott BinaxNOW, Acon FlowFlex, Quidel Quickvue, Ellume, and Pixel by LabCorp.
“Due to a recent surge in demand, and to retain access to community to testing in our stores, these products may be temporarily out of stock at CVS. com, “said a spokesperson.
” We are committed to providing protection and peace of mind to families during the holiday season, and we continue s offering access to laboratory tests with results available in 1-2 days or rapid tests in more than 4, 800 CVS ”.
As for Walgreens, a spokesperson said the retail pharmacy chain is implementing a four-item purchase limit on Covid trial products – 19 at home in your stores and digital properties while working with suppliers to improve their inventory and meet customer demand.
“As the nation experiences an increase in coronavirus cases to coincide with the holidays, we are seeing an unprecedented demand for testing services. Availability for trial appointments fluctuates daily and is limited in many areas of the country before the holidays ” said the representative.
“We anticipate that Appointment availability will continue to evolve rapidly and we encourage customers to visit Walgreens.com/Covid19 Testing to determine availability and schedule your appointment. ”
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