Drive-up COVID-19 testing available in Lineville Tuesday, April 28

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Clay County Health Department
(256) 396-6421

A drive-up COVID-19 testing clinic will be offered by the Clay County Health Department to patients who meet the testing criteria and while testing supplies last. Please call (256) 396-6421 to make an appointment.

The drive-through clinic will be held at the Clay County Health Department, 86892 Highway 9, Lineville, AL 36266 on April 28, from 9 until 11 a.m. by appointment only.

To be tested, individuals must be age 10 or older and meet these criteria:

The patient is symptomatic with at a minimum (measured or subjective)

Fever OR cough OR shortness of breath, AND
Immunocompromised or have co-morbidities, or
Age 65 years or older, or
Healthcare worker, or
Associated with a long-term healthcare facility, or
Symptoms are moderate, severe, or worsening.

If you have no symptoms, testing is not recommended. If you have mild symptoms and do not fall into one of the above high-risk groups, it is recommended that you self-isolate at home and call 1-888-264-2256 if your symptoms worsen.

Local leaders urge calm and patience during this trying time for all.

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