Getting tested for COVID-19 is an important step in protecting your health and the health of those around you. Cook County Health offers testing at the locations below.
Please call the COVID-19 hotline at 833-308-1988 to register for a test in advance. The registration hotline is open Monday and Saturday from 7:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Tests are free and are available for adults and children age 6 months and older. Results are typically available in 24 hours.
If you test positive and would like more information about antiviral medication or monoclonal antibody treatment, call the COVID-19 hotline, 833-308-1988. A provider can prescribe medications to you virtually if you are eligible.
Testing Locations & Hours
Hospital Stroger
1969 W. Ogden Ave.
Chicago, IL
Drive-up/walk-up tent located in
Emergency Department parking lot.
Monday & Wednesday: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Please arrive 45 minutes prior to closing if you wish to be tested that day.
500 E. 51st St.
Chicago, IL
Drive-up/walk-up tent located in
front of Emergency Department.
Monday – Saturday: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Please arrive 45 minutes prior to closing if you wish to be tested that day.
3250 N. Arlington Heights Rd.
Arlington Heights, IL
Drive-up testing in parking lot.
Monday, Wednesday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Every 2nd & 4th Saturday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Isla azul
Centro de salud
12757 S. Western Ave. Blue Island, IL
Park in a designated spot.
Monday, Wednesday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Every 1st & 3rd Saturday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
North Riverside
Centro de salud
1800 S. Harlem Ave.
North Riverside, IL
Drive-up testing in parking lot behind health center.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Every 1st & 3rd Saturday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
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