DHEC offers free COVID-19 testing in the Midlands – WLTX.com

Tests are free, open to anyone regardless of symptoms, and dont require an appointment or referral, although preregistering is recommended. Results in 72 hours.

COLUMBIA, S.C. South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has released a list of free COVID-19 testing opportunities in the Midlands (Aiken, Barnwell, Edgefield, Chester, Fairfield, Kershaw, Lancaster, Lexington, Newberry, Saluda, Richland, and York counties) to include the sites below.

The information is subject to change, and current as of 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 7. Visit scdhec.gov/covid19 testing for the most current information.

Mobile Testing EventsFree DHEC Mobile Testing Events. DHEC-sponsored events are always free of cost, open to anyone regardless of symptoms, and dont require an appointment or referral, although preregistering is recommended. Get your results within 72 hours. Visit scdhec.gov/gettested.

Partner Mobile Testing Events. Community partners play an essential role in our states COVID-19 testing. Some of these partner events may require a prescreening for symptoms, a referral, or an appointment. DHEC provides as much as this information as possible online at scdhec.gov/covid19testing.

Permanent Testing SitesThere are currently 222 permanent testing sites across the state, many open seven days a week. Find a permanent testing location near you at scdhec.gov/covid19testing.

Why Testing for COVID-19 is ImportantTesting for COVID-19 is essential because it helps identify people who are infected with the virus, whether or not they have symptoms, so they can isolate themselves and keep those around them from becoming infected, especially at-risk individuals who can develop life-threatening illness if they contract the virus. Identifying those with COVID-19 who have symptoms helps ensure they receive the medical treatment they need.

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