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New coronavirus testing guidelines for Fulton County residents

Updated  March 30, 2020 10:42am EDT
Fulton County
FOX 5 Atlanta

FULTON COUNTY, Ga. - The Fulton County Board of Health is putting new testing guidelines in effect for the coronavirus.

Starting Monday, any Fulton County resident who wants to get a COVID-19 test must have symptoms of the virus, such as a cough, fever, and shortness of breath. 

One of the following criteria must also be met:

  • Age 60 or older
  • Caregiver of those 60 and over
  • Caregiver or those who are immune-compromised 
  • Healthcare workers 
  • Patients with serious chronic or medical conditions (heart disease, diabetes, or lung disease)
  • Work and live in a congregate setting

Anyone with questions about the testing guidelines can call the Fulton County Board of Health COVID-19 hotline to speak with a nurse. That number is 404-613-8150.

According to the Georgia Department of Health, Fulton County has the most cases of coronavirus. 

SEE HERE: Learn more about the coronavirus outbreak in Georgia