As cases of COVID-19 continue to rise, it is important to get tested if you feel ill or have been exposed to someone who has the virus even if you're vaccinated.

Walgreens, CVS, and Jewel-Osco among other well-known stores offer free testing and vaccines seven days a week.

The Cook County Public Health Department also hosts many locations across the district, which include the following:

ACCESS Genesis Center for Health and Empowerment

1 N. Broadway, Des Plaines // Make an appointment

ACCESS Northwest Family Health Center

1120 N. Arlington Heights Rd., Arlington Heights // Make an appointment

To search for other testing sites in the area, visit the Illinois Department of Public Health's website here.

It's disheartening that some people have been taken advantage of when attempting to protect their family by getting a COVID-19 test.
 
Before heading to a testing site, check out this information below.
 
If you encounter a testing site you believe is not operating properly, please file a complaint with the Illinois Attorney General's office by clicking here.
 
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