Free COVID test kits available at Fulton County facilities

ATLANTA – The Fulton County Board of Health (FCBOH) has collaborated with Fulton County Government to provide greater access to free COVID-19 home test kits. The kits are available free of charge to residents visiting Fulton health centers as well as a Fulton County library branches, senior centers, and other selected government facilities in Fulton County. A full list of locations is available at  https://bit.ly/FultonFreeCOVIDkits.

“During these winter months, COVID-19 remains a threat to the communities we serve and residents need to take steps to limit its spread,” says Dr. Lynn Paxton, FCBOH District Director. “As we continue to encourage the community to get vaccinated against both COVID and the flu, we also recommend residents take other steps to stem the spread of respiratory illnesses including using test kits which are quick and simple to administer.”

Test kit distribution sites are located countywide, with a special emphasis on ensuring health equity. Test kits are available during normal operating hours at each of the facilities.

COVID vaccines and booster shots remain available free of charge. Information on vaccination sites in Fulton County can be found at  https://bit.ly/FultonCovidVax or by calling 404-613-8150.

For more information on the Fulton County Board of Health, visit http://www.fultoncountyboh.com.