Weekly Coronavirus Testing Clinics In Benicia

Press release from the City of Benicia:

February 14, 2022

BENICIA, CA — The City of Benicia, in partnership with Curative, is now hosting free COVID-19 PCR testing clinics at the Benicia Community Center. The clinics will be held weekly on Thursdays until further notice. Appointments are preferred to minimize wait times, and take precedence over walk-ins. To sign up for an appointment, visit cur.tv/Benicia or call 888.702.9042.

The clinic is located on the outdoor patio of the Benicia Community Center at the corner of East L Street & East Fourth Street.

“This PCR testing clinic will make our community safer by ensuring people get accurate, timely COVID-19 test results,” says City Manager Erik Upson. “When people know their status, they can make informed decisions to protect their neighbors and loved ones. People can now take a free PCR test in Benicia without having to travel out of town, helping to protect our most vulnerable
populations.”

There is no out-of-pocket cost for the test, which is available to those both insured and uninsured. I.D. and insurance information (if applicable) will be required at testing.

At the clinic, the person being tested will collect their own sample using a shallow nasal PCR test. Tests are observed and directed by a healthcare worker. Results will usually be received within 1-2 days upon receipt of the sample at the lab.

This press release was produced by the City of Benicia. The views expressed here are the author’s own.