Chippewa County Department of Public Health, with assistance from the Wisconsin National Guard, will provide free COVID-19 nasal swab testing on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 from 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM. The event, which is open to the public, will have drive-through and walk-up style testing at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds (225 Edward Street, Chippewa Falls, WI, 54729).
Community members do not need to be experiencing symptoms to be tested. However, it is strongly encouraged that anyone who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or has been exposed to someone who tested positive seek testing at this time. Symptoms included fever, cough, congestion, loss of taste/smell, shortness of breath, sore throat, fatigue, body aches, diarrhea, vomiting or nausea, chills, and/or muscle aches.
The event is open to any Wisconsin residents who are 5 years or older—you do not need to live in Chippewa County to be tested. Individuals attending do not need a referral from a doctor or the Health Department.
Pre-registration is available, but not required. CLICK HERE FOR MORE.
