The program, which provides medication to those who test positive for COVID-19, will now last through Wednesday, Aug. 24.
Since the program started June 23, Pima County has started 773 patients on Paxlovid, an oral medication that treats COVID-19.
“We still see a need in our community, and we’re happy to continue to make this free resource available,” said Pima County Health Department Director Dr. Theresa Cullen in a statement. “This treatment is one of the important tools we have to mitigate the potential serious impacts of COVID-19.” Those with positive tests from at-home kits or a testing site can call 724-7895 to get medication. They can also walk into the Pima County Health Deparmtent's East Clinic, 6920 E. Broadway, Suite B.Participants must be age 12 or older, weigh at least 88 pounds, have mild to moderate symptoms and be considered high risk of severe COVID-19 illness.Phil Villarreal is the senior real-time editor for KGUN 9.
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