Delaware County Announces COVID-19 Public Testing Site In Yeadon

Prospect Park PA

16 July, 2020

12:49 PM

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DELEWARE COUNTY, PA—Delaware County will offer drive-thru and walk-up COVID-19 testing for residents on July 21, 22 and 23 in Yeadon, according to county officials. County officials said residents over the age of 18 will be eligible to be tested, especially those at higher risk including residents over the age of 65 and those with pre-existing health conditions. Critical and essential workforce are considered a priority for getting testing, county officials said. These people include first responders, healthcare system employees, grocery stores, pharmacies and other essential workers. Testing will be conducted by trained medical staff utilizing a nasal swab (PCR) test kit. Testing is free of charge for residents without health insurance, county officials said. There is no out of pocket fee or co-pay for residents with private or public health insurance. Residents are asked to bring their insurance card to the testing site. Upon arrival, patients will need to complete a registration form and a consent form. Test results will take up to 5-7 business days. Residents will receive their results by mail. Residents who test positive will also receive a call from the Chester County Health Department. Residents are asked to wear a mask/face covering.