COVID-19 Testing

Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) Testing Location: Jesse Nash Health Center, 608 William St, Buffalo, NY 14206
- Testing at this location will be ending on Friday, January 27, 2023.
  - Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
  - PCR and rapid testing are available. PCR results take from 1-3 business days and results are given by phone. The rapid test takes about 20 minutes and the result is given onsite. Our PCR test also tests for Influenza (Flu) and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in addition to COVID.
  - No appointments taken; walk-in only.
Other Low or No-Cost Testing Sites
- Test Site Locator from the CDC: testinglocator.cdc.gov
- Test Site Locator from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS): hhs.gov/coronavirus/testing
At-Home COVID Tests
- The Federal Government has restarted its FREE COVID-19 at-home test kit program. Order free test kits at COVID.gov/tests.
- Locations in Erie County where you can pick up free test kits
- Many health insurance providers reimburse or cover the cost of at-home tests. Find information here and contact your insurance provider directly.
- The FDA recommends repeat testing following a negative result whether or not you have COVID-19 symptoms. See FDA Safety Communication: At-Home COVID-19 Antigen Tests - Take Steps to Reduce Your Risk of False Negative.

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01/25/2023 - 12:55 pm