Following a Labor Day weekend where many Georgians are believed to have participated in large social gatherings, state officials want Georgia residents to schedule a COVID-19 test.
Gov. Brian Kemp and Georgia Public Health Commissioner Dr. Kathleen Toomey put out the call for testing Thursday.
"Last week, we traveled the state asking Georgians to follow public health guidance and do their part to stop the spread of COVID-19 over the Labor Day Weekend," Kemp said in a written statement. "To prevent increased community spread following the holiday weekend, we are asking all Georgians who participated in gatherings, were not able to socially distance, or who may have been exposed to the virus to schedule a COVID-19 test."
Toomey echoed the call for testing.
"Testing is a key component in our fight to stop COVID-19," Toomey said. "Governor Kemp and I are asking all Georgians who may be at risk of exposure to the virus after Labor Day to schedule a test at one of our testing sites throughout the state. I would also recommend that all Georgians go ahead and schedule a flu shot. These two steps can mitigate community spread and keep Georgians healthy as we continue on a positive trajectory with the virus."
The Georgia Department of Public Health has set up 180 test sites across the state.
To schedule a COVID-19 test, visit the Georgia Department of Public Health's website or go to DoINeedACOVID19Test.com.
