COVID-19 Testing

COVID-19 is deadly serious. Get tested.

Memphis Patients:

Here's how you get tested at a Christ Community Health Services Memphis Locations:   

1) You must pre-register. To pre-register, please text "Test2020" to 91999.       

2) You will be contacted by Christ Community to get scheduled at a location

Testing locations by appointment ONLY:

• Broad  -- W & TH
• Frayser -- T & TH
• Hickory Hill -- M thru F
• Orange Mound -- TH & F
• Raleigh -- T & TH
• Third Street -- M thru F

Jackson Patients:

Here's how you get tested at Christ Community Health Services: East Jackson  

1) You must pre-register. To pre-register, please text "Test2020" to 91999.      

2) You will be contacted by Christ Community to get scheduled

Testing by appointment by appointment ONLY:

• East Jackson -- M thru F

COVID-19 testing is available DAILY at many Christ Community Health Services locations.

COVID-19 Testing is available to individuals who have come into contact with someone who have tested positive,or is experiencing symptoms related to COVID-19

• Fever

• Cough or shortness of breath

• Shaking/chills

• Unexplained muscle aches/pains

• Loss of smell and taste

• Diarrhea with loss of appetite

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Testing is also available for essential workers without symptoms.

The following work forces are included:

• Healthcare

• First responders, such as paramedics, emergency medical technicians, law enforcement officers or firefighters.

• Grocery stores, fast food, gas stations, pharmacies, restaurants

• Correctional facilities, such as jails or prisons

• Public utilities, and sanitation.

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Prevention​

There is currently no vaccine to prevent 2019-nCoV infection. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus.​

However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including:​

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

• Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are not available.​

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.​

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay home when you are sick.​

• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.​​

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces