By GREG FLYNN
Special to The Sun-Sentinel
JACKSON — If you’re not feeling well, you can now get tested for both the flu and COVID at all county health departments in Mississippi.
Patients that test positive for the flu can also receive treatment with Tamiflu.
The state is entering what are historically the most high-risk months for respiratory viruses.
Here is an overview of the new “Test and Treat” initiative for those 13 years old and up:
• You can make an appointment by calling the MSDH scheduling line at 855-767-0170.
• Walk-ins are also welcome.
• If you test positive within 48 hours of onset of flu symptoms, you can receive Tamiflu when clinically eligible.
Vaccinations for flu and COVID are available for ages 6 months to adults. RSV immunizations are available for infants.
The Tallahatchie County Health Department has locations in Charleston and Sumner.
The Charleston office is located at 216 Pleasant St, while the Sumner office is located at 142 Jailhouse Street.
The Charleston office is open Tuesdays and Thursdays, and the first and third Fridays, from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
The Sumner office is open on Wednesdays only, from 8:30 to 4:30 p.m.
To schedule an appointment at the Charleston office, call 662-647-3404.
For an appointment at the Sumner location, call 662-375-8345.
Appointments also can be made by calling the statewide telephone number at 855-767-0170.
Lastly, appointment scheduling is available on the new MSDH mobile app. Download it for free in Apple and Android stores under MSDH Healthy App.
