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COVID-19 walk-up testing site open in Kent/Des Moines area

Along Pacific Highway South; reservations recommended

Public Health — Seattle & King County has opened a new free COVID-19 walk-up testing site at 23221 Pacific Highway S., in Kent in partnership with UW Medicine.

Free COVID-19 testing is available throughout King County regardless of immigration or insurance status. They are open for drive-thru or walk-ups/wheel-ups to anyone who cannot access a COVID-19 test through their regular healthcare provider. Advanced appointments strongly recommended to avoid long wait times.

If you have symptoms, reservations can be made online at solvhealth.com/book-online/A2788p.

If no symptoms, for reservations go to solvhealth.com/book-online/A9l860.

The testing site is open 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

For more information, call 206-477-3977.

Languages: Interpretation available including ASL and tactile interpretation.

What to bring to your testing appointment:

• A photo ID with date of birth

• Insurance card, if you have insurance. You will not be charged for the test. (You do not need insurance or a doctor’s note to get tested.)

• A well-fitted mask. As a health care facility, masks are required regardless of vaccination status at all indoor and outdoor testing locations.


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