CORSICANA-Navarro County Public Health District

Tested Positive for COVID-19 at home? GIVE US A CALL 903-874-6711 FOR QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS

covid-19 testing

COVID-19 tests can detect either SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, or antibodies that your body makes after getting COVID-19 or after getting vaccinated. Testing is very important to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. You should always discuss your test results with your healthcare provider.

Where can I get tested for COVID-19?

Most health clinics and pharmacies in Navarro County offer COVID-19 testing. The Health Department in Corsicana offers COVID-19 testing by appointment at a cost of $5. If you are needing to get tested, please call us at 903-874-6711.

When should you get tested for COVID-19?

If you're experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or
At least 5 days after known or suspected close contact to COVID-19

Did you test positive for COVID-19? Here are your next steps.

CDC recommends isolating for at least 5 days.
Notify those you have been around with the past 5 days to prevent the spread of COVID-19
Monitor your symptoms

How long should I isolate/quarantine?

If you are showing symptoms:

If you do develop COVID-19 symptoms, isolate for at least 5 days from the date your symptoms began (the date the symptoms started is day 0).

If you're not showing symptoms:

If you test positive, you should isolate for at least 5 days from the date of your positive test (if you do not have symptoms).

Learn More

For any additional information regarding COVID-19 testing, please click the link below to direct you to the CDC website.

You may also visit www.covidtests.gov to order your free rapid tests through the mail.

Find out more about testing

covid-19 Symptoms

Symptoms of COVID-19:

Fever or chills
Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fatigue
Muscle or body aches
Headache
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
Congestion or runny nose
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea

Please note, this list does not include all possible symptoms and some individuals with COVID-19 have shown a wide range of symptoms ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness.

Know when to seek medical attention:

Trouble breathing
Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
New confusion
Inability to wake or stay awake
Pale, gray, or blue-colored skin, lips, or nail beds, depending on skin tone

Please call your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe or concerning to you.

Call 911 or call ahead to your local emergency facility: Notify the operator that you are seeking care for someone who has or may have COVID-19.

Learn More

For any additional information, please click the link below to direct you to the CDC website.

Find out more about covid-19