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    Free COVID-19 testing at Cullman Co. Health Department beginning April 7

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    Coronavirus (COVID-19) (Courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

    CULLMAN, Ala. – According to the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), COVID-19 testing will begin next Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at the Cullman County Health Department.  To be tested, you have to be symptomatic and the ADPH recommends a physician referral. 

    What:  COVID-19 Testing

    Where:  Cullman County Health Department / 601 Logan Ave. SW, Cullman, AL  35055

    When:  Tuesday / Thursday (starts April 7, 2020 – as long as needed)

    Time:  1-3:30 p.m.

    • Call for Appointment:  256-734-1030
    • Referral from physician recommended

    Cost:  No charge

    Test Results:  24-72 hours

    Who will be tested:

    • The patient is symptomatic with at minimum (measured or subjective fever OR cough OR shortness of breath, and
    • The patient is hospitalized, or
    • The patient is immunocompromised or has co-morbidities, or
    • The patient age 65 years or older, or
    • The patient is a healthcare worker, or
    • The patient is associated with a long-term healthcare facility