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Testing Day of Action! Join Our Get Tested Day of Action and #FightCovidNYC!  Today, get tested on Wednesday, July 8, 2020

Join our Get Tested Day of Action on July 8, 2020. Click here to learn more.

What is COVID-19?

COVID-19 is a severe respiratory syndrome and infectious disease. Its symptoms include but are not limited to fever, cough, shortness of breath, loss of taste or smell. However, not all people have symptoms when they have COVID-19.

What does the COVID-19 test consist of?

The COVID-19 diagnostic test is safe, free, and easy. A nasal swab, oral swab or saliva sample may be used.

Who can get tested?

All New Yorkers should get tested now, whether or not you have symptoms or are at increased risk.

How often should I get tested?

If your first COVID test is negative, you should get tested again if you

  • are concerned about possible exposure
  • have spent time in a large crowd
  • have had exposure to someone with confirmed or possible COVID-19
  • have symptoms
  • work in a congregate setting like a nursing home or shelter are planning to visit someone at high risk for severe COVID-19 illness

How long do results take?

Most results are returned in about 3-5 days.

Do I need insurance?

You do NOT need insurance to get a diagnostic test.

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Privacy

Your test results are confidential.

You will not be asked about immigration status. COVID-19 testing and care services are not a public benefit under the public charge rule (PDF)

Where can I get tested?

There are hundreds of convenient testing sites across the city. We also have mobile testing units visiting boroughs.  

All New Yorkers Should Get Tested

All New Yorkers should get a COVID-19 diagnostic test, whether or not they have symptoms or are at increased risk. Tests are safe, fast, simple and free. You should look for a testing site near your home. NYC Health + Hospitals also offers antibody testing at 11 hospitals and select Gotham Health centers.

Testing Locations

For more details on antibody testing, click here.

Stay Safe

All Testing Day of Action volunteers will be required to wear face covering and follow social distance guidelines. 

* Spread the word. All New Yorkers should get tested for COVID-19, even if they do not have symptoms. Testing is FREE, safe and confidential.

* Get tested again… especially those who have been in large crowds recently, plan on going back to work soon, or are planning to see a loved one who is at risk (i.e. seniors).

* Remind New Yorkers to Answer the Call. If you test positive you will be contacted by an NYC Test and Trace Corps Contact Tracer who will connect you to free resources to help you safely separate at a hotel or at home.