Coronavirus Updates
To ensure you are reading the most accurate and up-to-date news regarding the Coronavirus, follow the CDC’s updates on cdc.gov. If you have health questions about COVID-19, the Minnesota Department of Health offers a specific COVID-19 hotline: 651-201-3920 (7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Central Time).
The Minnesota Department of Health has made their site for Coronavirus available in multiple languages. Informational materials in more language options can be found here.
Click here to view the Minnesota Department of Health’s document for low-cost health care and health insurance resources in the Minnesota.
Vaccine
COVID-19 Vaccine Safety: Millions of people in the United States have received COVID-19 vaccines under the most intense safety monitoring in U.S. history. Once you’re fully vaccinated, you can slowly return to many of the activities you did prior to the pandemic.
Vaccine Connector: Find a COVID-19 vaccine near you. Vaccines are covered by insurance and free to everyone. Many places offer walk-in appointments and all-hours availability.
Testing Locations and At-home testing
You can go to a clinic or hospital, or you can visit a no-barrier community testing site run by the State of Minnesota.
Testing Locations – Many clinics and pharmacies are offering COVID testing. You can view locations on the MN state website. Check individual locations for details on costs, insurance coverage, and eligibility.
At-home testing – The state of Minnesota has worked to bring easy, at-home testing to all Minnesotans. All Minnesota residents have access to a free, at-home saliva test through Vault. Click here to learn more and order your testing kit.
Community Testing Locations – Community testing sites are available at no-cost to all Minnesotans. Hospitals and clinics may have different pay structures, so be sure to contact both the testing site and your health insurance company ahead of your visit to make sure you won’t be charged for a test.
To view locations or schedule an appointment, visit: mncovidtestingappt.as.me/schedule.php