COVID-19 Testing

Antigen (or “rapid”) tests have become the best way to detect contagiousness in patients. So, if you are symptomatic or have been exposed to a positive infection, this is the type of test you need.

Click here to book an appointment to pick-up a rapid test kit

As of January 4, 2022, South Boston Community Health Center is no longer providing PCR testing for COVID-19. Instead, we are booking appointments for you to pick up one antigen test kit to bring home. Each kit includes 2 antigen (“rapid”) tests.

These rapid tests are distributed by appointment only. We cannot accomodate walk-ins or add-on requests.

 

Patients who have severe symptoms should call their PCP or 911.

Severe symptoms include:

  • Trouble breathing
  • Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
  • New confusion
  • Inability to wake or stay awake
  • Pale, gray, or blue-colored skin, lips, or nail beds, depending on skin tone

 

Patients still seeking PCR testing should visit mass.gov or Project Beacon for other COVID-19 testing locations.

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