Drive-through COVID-19 testing available in Weaver on Wednesday, July 8

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Calhoun County Health Department
(256) 237-7523

A drive-through COVID-19 testing clinic will be offered at Weaver City Hall, 500 Anniston St., Weaver, AL 36277 on Wednesday, July 8, from 8 until 11 a.m. while testing supplies last.

Symptoms of COVID-19 consist of either cough or shortness of breath (difficulty breathing) or at least two of the following; fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, sore throat, and new loss of taste or smell. These are the requirements for testing:

• Persons with symptoms
• Healthcare facility workers, workers in congregate living settings, and first responders with symptoms
• Persons without symptoms who have underlying medical conditions or disability placing them at a higher risk of complications or screening of other asymptomatic individuals based on a case-by-case review and approval by the state health department or local health jurisdiction.

Appointments are not required, but persons tested must meet Alabama Department of Public Health testing criteria. Please call (256) 237-7523 for information.

The Alabama Department of Public Health advises the following measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19:

• Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds
• Social distance by staying 6 feet away from others
• Avoid people who are sick
• Stay home if you can; work remotely if possible
• Cover your mouth and nose with a face covering when around others
• Cover coughs and sneezes
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces
• Monitor your health

For more information, visit alabamapublichealth.gov.

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