Feb 15, 2022
Monday, the county began distributing at-home test kits at select health centers and libraries.
"Our test kit distribution partnership is the latest in Fulton County’s efforts to restore our community to health," said Chairman Robb Pitts. "The first COVID-19 cases in Georgia were identified in Fulton County on March 2, 2020. Nearly two years later we are still working to bring every possible resource to help our residents stay healthy and safe."
Residents can get up to two kits.
"The Fulton County Board of Health is proud to work with our partners at Fulton County Government in getting COVID-19 home testing kits directly to the communities we serve," says Lynn A. Paxton, M.D., M.P.H., Fulton County District Health Director. "As we continue to recommend members of the public be up-to-date with vaccinations against COVID-19, we are pleased to provide this valuable tool to promptly detect a COVID infection and help residents to take early precautions."
This is all on a first come, first served basis while supplies last.
"With the combined expertise and resources of Fulton County Government, the Board of Health and the Atlanta-Fulton County Emergency Management Agency, we have been able to deliver world-class service to our residents throughout our pandemic response," said Fulton County Manager Dick Anderson. "This is the latest element in that effort."
The county purchased about 100,000 kits with funds from a health equity grant.
"Fulton County is pleased to partner with the Board of Health for our home test kit initiative," said Pamela Roshell, Ph.D., Chief Operating Officer for Health, Human Services & Public Works. "We share a commitment to strengthening health equity and access for our residents."
The kits are available at the following locations during normal operating hours:
Fulton County Board of Health Center
Fulton County Libraries
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