King County transitions COVID-19 testing sites to community partners

May 27, 2022.Reading time 5 minutes.

Sandwich board-style sign that reads " Free COVID-19 Testing"

We are excited to announce that community partners will be taking over operation of the Tukwila, Federal Way and Auburn COVID-19 testing sites in June, following a brief closure during the transition process.

Changes coming to King County COVID-19 testing sites

May 6, 2022.Reading time 7 minutes.

In order to better align with demand and transition to long-term testing solutions, Public Health – Seattle & King County will end its operations of our Tukwila, Federal Way and Auburn COVID-19 testing sites. The last day of King County operations for the Federal Way and Tukwila testing sites will be Friday, May 27, and the last day for the Auburn site will be Wednesday, June 1.

Do I need to get tested? Tips for travelers this holiday season

November 17, 2021.Reading time 9 minutes.

A family with two school-aged children walk through airport with suitcases. They are holding hands and wearing facemasks and appear excited to travel.

With the holidays fast approaching, and COVID-19 still present in our communities, many are wondering how to safely plan for events and travel, especially when people of all ages—and vaccination statuses—plan to gather in one household. As you make plans for the holiday season, follow these CDC guidelines for testing and safer ways to celebrate.

Recent surge in COVID-19 cases increases need for testing: Know when to get tested and where to go

July 28, 2021.Reading time 13 minutes.

There have been 227 new cases of COVID-19 daily in the last seven days—that’s a 59% increase from the previous week. Anyone with signs or symptoms of COVID-19 should get tested as early as possible regardless of vaccination status.