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If you test positive for COVID-19, you may be eligible to take medication to help prevent hospitalization and even death. PAXLOVID is an investigational medicine used to treat mild-to-moderate COVID-19. PAXLOVID is for adults and children ages 12 years and older who weigh at least 88 lbs and have tested positive for COVID-19.

Contact your healthcare provider if you test positive for or have symptoms of COVID-19.

Treatment must start not later than 5 days from your positive test or from the onset of symptoms.

Paxlovid is available at WCHD for those who are uninsured or underinsured.

Click here to schedule an appointment for Paxlovid at WCHD.

Click here for more information on COVID-19.

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