Lincoln County residents will get two more chances the next two weeks to get a free COVID-19 test.
Lincoln County Public Health is partnering with Medical Teams International of Portland and the Oregon Health Authority to offer two, free drive-through and walk-up COVID-19 testing days. These two testing days follow four days of free, public testing in November that drew more than 1,000 people. The tests will be:
- 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23 at North Lincoln Fire District’s Clair (Taft) fire station, 4520 S.E. Highway 101, Lincoln City;
- 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 30 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds, 633 N.E. Third St., Newport.
People are welcome to get tested at any of the sites regardless of where they live in Lincoln County. Services will be provided in English and Spanish, and other languages as needed.
Anyone 5 years and older can be tested regardless of whether they have COVID-19 symptoms or not. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to use their judgment and discretion in administering the test to young children.
Testing involves a pain-free, self-administered nasal swab to detect COVID-19 infections; it does not offer the antibody test. Participants should receive results through their account on DoINeedACovid19Test.com within 3-5 days of their test date.
Registration for an appointment is required for this event, and each person will need their own appointment. For example, if a car with four people wants to be tested, four registrations will be needed. On-site registration will also be available during the event for those unable to pre-register, but this may cause a delay.
To register, go to www.doineedacovid19test.com and click on the blue “Register” button. Under “New Users Sign-up Here”, create an account by clicking “Register.” Complete account information and then click “Register.” Create a username and password and read through and accept the “terms and conditions. Under “COVID-19 Testing” select “start assessment” and then complete the assessment and click “Submit.” The information collected on this assessment does not affect your eligibility for testing.
People using the registration form need to select a testing location, time and date and confirm their appointment. Print or write down your voucher ID number and bring it to the testing appointment.
People will have to repeat all the steps for each household member who will be tested at the event.
People can contact the county’s COVID-19 call center with questions or if they need help registering. The number is 541-265-0621 or the email address is LincolnCoCallCenter@co.lincoln.or.us