Partner Resources
Free COVID-19 Testing (6/10/2020)
Free drive-thru COVID-19 testing is available Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Columbus Public Health (240 Parsons Ave.)
Testing is critical to preventing the spread of COVID-19 and helps saves lives. If you’re sick, it’s important to get a test as soon as possible to protect yourself, your loved ones and the community. Here’s what you need to know about COVID-19 testing at Columbus Public Health:
- You don’t need health insurance to get a free test. You can find out more about enrolling in health coverage through Medicaid or the Marketplace here.
- You don’t need a doctor’s referral, but registration and appointments are recommended. Community members can call Columbus Public Health at 614-645-1519 to register or for any questions.
- If you test positive for COVID-19, a public health employee will call you and ask questions about where you have been and who you have been in close contact with. This is called contact tracing, and the information gathered is only used to contact potential cases so they can be quarantined to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
In addition to Columbus Public Health, nine other community sites throughout Columbus are also offering free COVID-19 testing. You can find a list of test sites by visiting www.columbus.gov/coronavirus
Health & Prevention Resources
Ohio Department of Health (ODH)
- Frequently Asked Questions (ODH)
- How you can prevent and prepare (ODH)
- Coping with COVID-19 anxiety (ODH)
- How you can respond (ODH)
- COVID-19 checklists (ODH)
Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
World Health Organization (WHO)
COVID-19 and your pets