Osceola County

Osceola Heritage Park extends free coronavirus testing after ‘extremely high’ demand

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KISSIMMEE, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health is extending its free COVID-19 testing site at Osceola Heritage Park.

Officials said high demand has prompted them to offer testing from Monday, July 13, through Friday, July 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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“The turnout at Osceola Heritage Park (OHP) has indicated the demand for testing is extremely high right now,” said Vianca McCluskey with the Florida Department of Health in Osceola County. “Expanding the event at OHP provides additional testing opportunities for the community.”

Appointments are not required for this drive-thru testing and people are asked to wear a mask and bring a pen for paperwork.

More information about coronavirus testing in Osceola County can be found here.

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