New Free Coronavirus Testing Site Set For Milford's CT Post Mall

MILFORD, CT — Community Health Center, Inc., will open a new coronavirus (COVID-19) testing site at the Connecticut Post Mall in Milford beginning Wednesday, organizers announced. The free facility will be in front of the Sears store and will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays.

"CHC is delighted to make this new testing resource available to residents of Milford and the surrounding communities," said Amy Taylor, CHC Western Region vice president, in a statement. "With people returning from holiday travel and students going back to school, additional capacity is needed to make sure everyone can stay safe as the pandemic continues through the winter months."

Added Milford Mayor Benjamin Blake, "Expanded access to testing for those who work, live, and access services in Milford is yet another critical step in our fight against COVID-19. We are hopeful that Milford residents and those around us will take advantage of this local testing option to keep everyone as safe as possible as cases continue to remain at high levels."

The new testing site was created due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in Connecticut. CHC offers testing at 18 locations throughout the state.

Testing is free, available to all ages, offered on a drive-in or walk-up basis, and does not require an appointment, according to organizers. People receiving tests do not need to have symptoms, and may return for repeat testing as needed.

Those seeking a COVID-19 test at CHC are advised to pre-register at: https://www.chc1.com/covid-19-testing/