The number of people being tested for COVID-19 at the Jackson Fairgrounds had reached 200 in the first three hours.
The Jackson-Madison County Regional Health Department and West Tennessee Healthcare are providing drive-through COVID-19 testing until 4 p.m., today and 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., Sunday, April 19.
COVID-19 tests are limited.
Participants will be tested on a first come first serve basis. You do not have to be symptomatic to be tested.
Participants must be at least 16 years of age to be tested. Minors must be accompanied by a
parent or legal guardian.
You do not have to be a Madison County resident to participate.
Participants who are tested for COVID-19 will be encouraged to self-quarantine at home for
14 days or until they are notified of a negative result.
Please come prepared to wait in line for an extended period of time.
Public restrooms will not be available for use. Participants wanting to be tested must remain in their vehicle.
Walk-ups will not be accepted.
Citizens must enter the assessment site at Magnolia Street.
Please bring a photo ID and insurance card if available.
(PHOTO: Turnout is heavy for COVID-19 testing at Jackson Fairgrounds – courtesy Downtown Ricky Brown Traffic Network)
