Do you need to be tested for the COVID-19 virus?  Testing is recommended for those who are symptomatic, or whom believe they have been exposed to someone with Covid-19, or those who live in congregate housing (such as a shelter). Testing is FREE and available for anyone wishing to be tested. You do not need a referral to be tested.  Symptoms may include fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash on skin, discoloration of fingers or toes, chest pressure or pain, loss of speech or movement.  Important: if you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911.

Take-home COVID-19 tests are available at all Lower Lights Christian Health Center locations.  If you are symptomatic, please have some one else pick up the test for you.  You must have internet access to use these tests.

** Monday, May 10 was the final day for Lower Lights in-person COVID-19 Testing in Marysville **

Why is testing important? –

As we seek to follow guidance from the Center for Disease Control, Ohio Department of Health, and our local health departments, we have been eager to help expand testing options for our patients and our community. There is an increased focus on wider testing to more broadly identify local disease burden and limit community spread.

Who should be tested? –

Testing is recommended for those who are symptomatic, or whom believe they have been exposed to someone with Covid-19, or those who live in congregate housing (such as a shelter). ANYONE may be tested.

What is the cost? –

If you have insurance, your insurance will cover the cost of the test with no copay. There is no cost for testing if you do not have insurance.

Questions? – email covid.19@llchc.org