Health & Fitness

Melrose COVID-19 Testing Extended To Saturday

There has been a massive response to COVID-19 testing in Melrose.

MELROSE, MA - Drive-thru testing for COVID-19 will continue Saturday after hours-long wait times Friday. The testing will be in the same location from 1-6 p.m.

Mayor Paul Brodeur asked late Friday afternoon for people not to go until Saturday due to wait times of over two hours.

If you do come, wear a mask and do not bring any pets. Results are expected within 48 hours.

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A medical worker will ask a couple questions and retrieve a nasal sample.

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