With the removal of the emergency declarations May 11, free COVID-19 test kit delivery from the federal government will stop.
Starting Monday, Jefferson County Public Schools ls reducing its number of free COVID-19 testing sites to one.Â
The reported case count of 6,250 this week is still the sixth highest total since the start of the pandemic.
The supply and demand issue that Yazel and other health care officials point to arrives at what many consider the peak of the omicron variant.Â
Higher prices on test kits are the latest challenge for Americans struggling to get tested.
The holidays created a major demand for COVID-19 tests, but getting one may take some effort.
Those who don't have internet access, can show up and register on site.
All students and staff in the district are eligible to get tested, and results are available in under 20 minutes.
Norton Healthcare is shifting its operations to handle the influx of testing, along with expanding its drive-thru options.
No matter what variant of the virus is spreading, they say getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself and others.