Western Kentucky residents looking for fast, easy COVID-19 testing will now have a convenient new option when The Lakes COVID-19 Testing Center opens a new community testing center located in Calvert City, KY.
The new testing site is located directly behind FiveStar Foodmart at the intersection of the Purchase Parkway and US Highway 62 in Calvert City. Appointments are accepted online as well as take drive-up appointments at their new testing facility.
“With rapidly rising COVID-19 numbers, we saw the need for convenient testing for the public. Some people were having to wait several days to receive a COVID-19 test, and that’s too much of a risk to the community in the current pandemic state we are in. Accessible and timely testing is vital to protect the community by reducing transmission of the virus. As vaccinations roll out, laboratories are telling us that the need for testing will continue in order to see the effectiveness of the vaccine.” says testing center manager Steve Milam.
The Lakes Rapid COVID-19 testing center offers testing to anyone in the region. Operating hours are Monday-Saturday from 7 AM to 7 PM, and Sunday from Noon until 7 PM. Appointments may be booked online at https://covidquick.as.me, by calling 270-883-3177, or by visiting the facility at 75 Oak Plaza Drive in Calvert City.
Mr. Milam explains, “Our process doesn’t require anyone to exit their vehicles. One of our testing professionals will come to you, conduct a quick and pain free nasal swab, and you’ll get results in about 20 minutes – before you leave our facility. Our goal has been to make this as easy as possible.”
Visit https://kycovid19.ky.gov for details about testing locations and other information for Kentucky residents regarding the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic.