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Jan. 27, 2022
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New COVID-19 testing site opens at Frogtown Community Center in Saint Paul
Residents of Frogtown/Thomas-Dale and other Saint Paul neighborhoods have a new location for free, easily accessible COVID-19 testing.
Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health is offering COVID-19 testing at Frogtown Community Center, 230 Como Ave., Saint Paul.
- Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2-6 p.m., through March 3, by appointment only.
- Free COVID-19 saliva tests, for anyone age 2+.
Make an appointment
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Test type and results
The Frogtown site offers self-administered polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests where you spit into a tube -- the most accurate way to detect the COVID-19 virus.
Clinic staff can help you sign-in to the testing lab’s website and collect tests for faster delivery for processing. Results will be provided by Vault Health. Ramsey County will not have access to your test results.
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Other testing sites and options
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Everyone age 5 and older is eligible for vaccine
Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health offers free COVID-19 vaccines for ages five and older. No medical insurance or ID is required.
Clinics are scheduled at community centers and several pop-up locations.
Call Public Health’s vaccine phone line at 651-266-1190 (Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.) with questions.
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Boosters recommended for anyone age 12 and older
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has approved booster shots for youth age 12-15. They now also recommend all ages eligible to get a booster five months after a second dose of the Pfizer or the Moderna vaccine.
Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health has Pfizer and Moderna booster shots at its clinics.
Why do you need a booster shot?
- COVID-19 vaccines are very effective, but new data shows protection may decrease over time. This is normal and expected.
- Booster shots are common for many vaccines, like the flu shot or Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis).
You can get a different booster (Pfizer or Moderna) from the original first two doses you received. Currently, only the Pfizer booster is approved for youth ages 12-17.
Learn more about booster shots and where they are available.
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County and state continue to offer vaccine incentives
Get a free vaccine and gift card from Ramsey County, while supplies last.
- Get a $50 gift card for your first dose of Pfizer vaccine, while supplies last, at our Ramsey County-operated clinics.
- Get your gift card immediately after vaccination - no forms or paperwork required.
- For location and dates of Ramsey County-operated clinics, see our vaccine page or call 651-266-1190.
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State of Minnesota - Kids deserve a shot for ages 5-11
Registration for Kids Deserve a Shot is still open for parents to claim their $200 Visa gift card for vaccinating their 5- to 11-year-old children. Minnesota families whose 5- to 11-year-olds receive both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine in January and February are eligible to receive a $200 gift card.
Registration to get a gift card will stop at 11:59 p.m. on Feb. 28.
Enter to win a $100,000 scholarship
All Minnesotans 5-11 years old who have completed first and second COVID-19 doses at any point in time are eligible to enter a chance to win a $100,000 Minnesota College Scholarship.
Learn more about these state incentives.
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Masks recommended if vaccinated or unvaccinated
Health experts recommend masks in all indoor businesses and public settings and crowded outdoor places or events.
Because the Omicron variant has been shown to spread more easily, both fully vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals are advised to wear face masks.
Consider a KN95 or surgical mask instead of a cloth mask. If you cannot get that type of mask, wear a well-fitting mask with at least two layers of tightly woven fabric. You can also layer a disposable mask under a cloth mask to increase effectiveness.
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COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance available
Are you a renter who is having difficulty paying rent or utilities due to COVID-19? Ramsey County and Saint Paul are offering a tenant assistance program for qualifying Ramsey County renters impacted by the financial burdens of COVID-19.
Learn more and apply for assistance.
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Downtown Service Center has temporarily relocated
The Downtown Service Center located at 160 E. Kellogg Blvd. (Government Center East) in downtown Saint Paul has been temporarily relocated to Metro Square, 121 7th Pl. E. Suite 2500.
Free parking is available across the street from Metro Square at the Block 19 ramp located at 145 E. 7th St. – a voucher for two hours of free parking will be provided for visitors to the temporary Service Center. Transit tokens will also be provided for those arriving by bus or light rail. Operations at Roseville and Maplewood Service Center locations will continue unchanged.
Learn more about the temporary Downtown Service Center
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Mental health crisis and first aid help is one call away
Struggling with the stress of daily life? Worried about your mental health or a chemical dependency?
Concerned about family or friends?
Help is one call away.
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COVID-19 update from the Jan. 25 board of commissioners meeting
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