As the number of COVID-19 cases rise and death rates increase, Lake County continues to expand its drive-thru testing locations. Today COVID-19 testing began in south Lake County in the parking lot of Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Dr., Clermont from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday and will continue thru May 17.
This morning, residents were patiently waiting in their vehicles to take advantage of the FDA approved swab or antibody tests which are being administered to Lake County residents for $20. Testing is limited to two per resident and results will be returned within 1 to 3 days after testing. Adult Medicine of Lake County offers swab or antibody tests for $85 for non-residents. No appointment is needed for the drive-thru testing sites and residents are required to present proof of residence to qualify for the reduced testing fee. Today, the Clermont testing area experienced long wait times.
Why take the test? You could save a life.
Access to the testing area is off Oakley Seaver Blvd. You cannot enter via Hancock Blvd.
COVID-19 Testing in South Lake County FL
South Lake Residents are taking advantage of COVID-19 Testing in South Lake County. As the number of COVID-19 cases rise and death rates increase, Lake County continues to expand its drive-thru testing locations. Today COVID-19 testing began in south Lake County in the parking lot of Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Dr., Clermont from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday and will continue thru May 17. $20 Fee. (for more information, go to https://sltablet.com
Posted by South Lake Tablet on Thursday, April 23, 2020
Call the Adult Medicine of Lake County dedicated COVID-19 line for more information at 352-329-1133.
Residents with symptoms who are unable to receive testing through their primary healthcare provider should still call the Florida Department of Health Hotline at 352-742-4830; callers that meet the criteria for testing will receive an appointment for free testing at a Lake County testing location.
To sign up for the latest emergency notifications regarding COVID-19, text COVIDUPDATE to 888777 or visit www.lakecountyfl.gov/COVID-19and follow Emergency Management at www.facebook.com/LakeCountyFLEmergencyManagement and www.twitter.com/lakeemergency. For the latest information, residents can call the Citizens Information Line at 352-253-9999.
