Vaccines & Testing

CHP offers free Covid-19 tests, vaccines and booster shots on our Mobile Health Unit.

• Vaccines and booster shots can prevent the spread and severity of Covid-19.

• Testing also helps reduce the spread of Covid-19.

• Check our schedule here.

• Call (413) 528-0457 for an appointment.

VACCINE INFORMATION

• • • Vaccines are now available for free to all adults and children 5 and older.
    • Visit our Calendar for the CHP Mobile Health Unit schedule.
    • Many area pharmacies also offer vaccines, so check with a pharmacy in your neighborhood to learn more.
    • You may also contact the Berkshire County COVID-19 Vaccine Hotline (413) 449-5575 for Covid-19 information and assistance.
    • Questions about vaccines? Concerned about vaccine myths and misinformation? Visit the CDC for the most up to date FAQs.

TESTING INFORMATION

If you believe you have Covid-19 symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, you may:

• • • Visit the CHP Mobile Health Unit page to find out about appointment-based PCR testing.
    • Consider taking a home Covid-19 test as well.
    • Contact your primary care clinician for guidance on testing.
    • The Berkshire Health Systems COVID-19 Hotline, at 855-262-5465, offers guidance on getting tested at testing locations  in Great Barrington, North Adams and Pittsfield.
    • Cost: Testing for health-related reasons (symptoms or possible exposure) is generally free or covered by insurance. Optional testing (for travel, for instance) may require payment.

If you believe you may be sick or have been exposed to Covid-19:

• • • Got to the nearest emergency room if you are having trouble breathing
    • Wear a mask.
    • Maintain a physical distance from those around you.
    • Wash your hands.
    • Avoid indoor gatherings.
    • If you feel ill, stay home.
    • If you have symptoms, get tested.

For those without internet access, area Councils on Aging offer help in finding appointments for vaccines or testing.