Salem Walmart Offering Drive-Thru Coronavirus Testing

SALEM, MA —A new, drive-thru coronavirus testing site opened Thursday in the parking lot of the Walmart store located on Highland Avenue in Salem.

The testing site is supported by Walmart, eTrueNorth and state and local officials. People who meet CDC, state and local guidelines for testing, as well as first responders, health care providers, can get tested. You can use an online tool to see if you qualify for a test.

A spokeswoman for Walmart said testing would be available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 7 to 9 a.m.

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"As our community, our Commonwealth, and our country work to address this pandemic, one of the most critical elements of our recovery is testing," said Salem Mayor Kim Driscoll. "Salem is working with local partners to stand up a community testing structure for as many of our residents as feasible. Through this partnership with Walmart and eTrueNorth we’ll be able to make progress in that effort. I’m very appreciative of those who are working to make this service possible."

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