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FEB. 2, 2021

The Importance of COVID-19 Testing

Testing is an important part of preventing the spread of COVID-19—for people who have symptoms, who have been exposed to the virus, or who have taken part in higher risk activities.

Arlington County has testing sites for people with and without insurance and for people with and without medical referrals. Get information on at-home testing kits.

MORE: Go inside an Arlington County-operated testing site. It's safe, quick, and easy to get tested for COVID-19. En español

COVID-19 News & Notes

• ICYMI: Go behind the scenes of the Arlington County Public Health Division vaccination clinic

• WATCH: Latest Arlington Board work session on COVID-19
• As of Jan. 30, Arlington County Public Health has administered nearly 97% of the first doses it has received from the state. Watch the explanation
• CDC has issued an order requiring everyone to wear a mask while traveling on public transportation (including airplanes, subways, buses, taxis and ride-shares)
• President Biden announced increased vaccine supply, initial launch of the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program, and expansion of FEMA reimbursement to states
• TSA to implement Executive Order regarding face masks at airport security checkpoints and throughout the transportation network

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Questions about COVID-19? Call the County's public information line at

703-228-7999, Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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