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Some rapid COVID-19 testing sites open on Thanksgiving
Most COVID-19 tests are closed for Thanksgiving Thursday, but some remain open.
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RALEIGH, N.C. — Most COVID-19 tests are closed for Thanksgiving Thursday, but some remain open.
MedFirst Primary and Urgent Care, 388 Venture Drive, Smithfield: MedFirst is accepting walk-ins at their Smithfield location, no appointments are needed.
FastMed Urgent Care Centers are offering rapid tests with no appointments between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
OptumServe, New Life Bible Church in Fayetteville: This state-sponsored testing site is the only in our area open on Thanksgiving. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Most pharmacies and urgent cares require appointments and referrals.
WakeMed, Duke and UNC hospitals are testing symptomatic patients only.
Many COVID-19 testing sites reopen Monday, including those offered by the state and in Wake County.
Keep in mind that a negative COVID-19 test does not guarantee you aren't contagious, as it takes the virus several days to show up on a test.
The CDC recommends families avoid traveling this Thanksgiving and instead stay home and celebrate with their own household.
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