How to Get Tested for Covid-19
Go to a testing location
- Search the Test Site Locator from the CDC (testinglocator.cdc.gov).
- If you are a person with a disability, the Disability Information and Access Line can help you access a test.
Get free at-home COVID-19 tests
- Individuals: Locations in Erie County where you can pick up free test kits.
- Community Organizations, Schools and Daycares: Use the Community organization personal protective equipment (PPE) request form.
- Home Test to Treat Program: This program is funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and offers free tests and free treatment (if eligible) for COVID-19 and Flu at home 24/7. Go to the Home Test to Treat Program website or call 1-800-682-2829 for more information and to register.
- Before you throw out "expired" tests: Check to see if the expiration date of your COVID-19 test has been extended.
Buy At-Home COVID-19 Tests
- Many pharmacies sell COVID-19 tests. Call your health insurance company as many health insurance providers reimburse for, or cover the cost of, at-home tests.
What to Do if You Test Positive or Negative
Positive test: See What To Do If You Test Positive for COVID-19.
Negative test: The FDA recommends repeat testing following a negative result whether or not you have COVID-19 symptoms. See FDA Safety Communication: At-Home COVID-19 Antigen Tests - Take Steps to Reduce Your Risk of False Negative.
COVID-19 Treatment
COVID-19 treatments help prevent severe disease. COVID-19 treatments work best when you receive them as soon as possible after becoming sick, so it's important to get tested and talk to your doctor right away to find the treatment that is best for you. All treatments require a prescription.
See COVID-19 treatment page for more information or call your healthcare provider.
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