
The Florida Department of Health in Collier County will offer COVID-19 testing by appointment only beginning Aug. 2.
Testing is drive-thru and you must wear a mask.
It takes place at FDOH-Collier, 3339 E. Tamiami Trail, in Naples.
To make an appointment, call 239-252-6220 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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