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Public Health Expands COVID-19 Therapeutics Network in Under-Resourced Communities

Public Health is working to increase information sharing and distribution of COVID-19 antivirals in under-resourced communities at elevated risk.

Residents who test positive for COVID-19, and are at elevated risk for severe illness, should promptly call their doctor to see if they qualify for therapeutics or injectable treatments. Residents that do not have access to a clinical provider can call the COVID-19 information line at 833-540-0473 between 8 a.m. to 8:30 pm. daily. 

Public Health is building a network of health care providers and pharmacies that can provide information and prescribe these medications. There are 593 sites providing antivirals across the county, with 326 sites located in under-resourced neighborhoods. Residents can also view the “Test to Treat” locations by visiting http://www.ph.lacounty.gov/covidmedicines.

In April, Public Health launched the COVID-19 Medication Telehealth Service, which helps residents assess their eligibility for these treatments and, if eligible, arranges for them to receive the medication.

Details: 833-540-0473;http://www.ph.lacounty.gov/covidmedicines or www.ph.lacounty.gov/covidmedicamentos.

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