[College Hill Topeka] Fwd: Media Release: SCHD Drive-Through COVID-19 Testing Operations

[Katrina Shaw]

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From: Rachelle Vega-Retana <rvretana at topeka.org>
Date: Mon, Apr 25, 2022 at 10:52 AM
Subject: Media Release: SCHD Drive-Through COVID-19 Testing Operations
To:


*Topeka, Kan.* – Shawnee County Health Department (SCHD) will be providing
COVID-19 rapid antigen tests via a new drive-through testing operation at *2701
SW East Circle Dr, Topeka, KS 66606
<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2701+SW+East+Circle+Dr,+Topeka,+KS+66606?entry=gmail&source=g>
starting Tuesday April 26, 2022* and on the following days and hours moving
forward:



Tuesdays – 9:00AM to 4:00PM

Fridays – 9:00AM to 4:00PM



Tests available will be rapid antigen tests and results will be provided
same day, typically within one hour of the test being administered.
Notifications will be made via text message or email as identified by
individuals during the registration process. Prior registration is not
necessary but encouraged. Individuals may register online
<https://patientxchange.io/patientintakequeue?testguid=4AD84683812A432>, by
visiting the SCHD Testing Options webpage
<https://sites.google.com/view/sncocovidtesting/home> or by using the QR
codes found on SCHD social media pages or onsite at the testing location.



“An important part of the COVID-19 endemic response is to ensure access to
free and available testing,” said Derik Flerlage, Infectious Disease
Division Manager. “We are excited to provide this resource to the community
as part of our commitment to a healthier Shawnee County.”



Testing continues to be available and free to Shawnee County residents
across the community. To find the location nearest you, visit
www.knowbeforeyougoks.com, visit the SCHD Testing Options webpage, or
contact your healthcare provider.



Additional questions regarding SCHD testing operations can be made by
emailing COVID19info at snco.us or by calling 1.785.251.4949.



*Shawnee County Health Department is committed to working in partnership
with our community to promote and protect the optimal health of all people
by bridging gaps to eliminate health inequities, respecting the diversity
of our community, through adaptive and innovative processes.*



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[image: Logo_Color_Transparent(3x2.5)]*Craig Barnes*

Division Manager
<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2600+SW+East+Circle+Drive+%0D%0A+Topeka,+KS+66606?entry=gmail&source=g>

Community Health Outreach and
Planning

Shawnee County Health Department

2600 SW East Circle Drive
<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2600+SW+East+Circle+Drive+%0D%0A+Topeka,+KS+66606?entry=gmail&source=g>

Topeka, KS 66606
<https://www.google.com/maps/search/2600+SW+East+Circle+Drive+%0D%0A+Topeka,+KS+66606?entry=gmail&source=g>

http://www.shawneehealth.org/

785.251.5612 office

785.806.6310 cell

785.251.5696 fax





Rachelle Vega-Retana, Grants Administrator

City of Topeka, Dept. of Planning & Development

Division of Housing Services

620 SE Madison St
<https://www.google.com/maps/search/620+SE+Madison+St?entry=gmail&source=g>.
1st Floor – Unit 8

Topeka, Ks. 66607

Phone: (785) 368-4490

Fax:      (785) 368-2546

Email:    rvretana at topeka.org



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