SHIELD Illinois COVID Testing

From the development of the covidSHIELD test to the buildout of our logistics network to our rollout in thousands of locations across the state, this is the story of SHIELD Illinois. We're proud to continue serving the people of Illinois. 🛡 youtu.be/PMKwMNRT71E

The State of Illinois is offering more than 20,000 HEPA purifiers to day care centers at no cost to improve air quality and reduce the transmission of respiratory viruses. Learn more: buff.ly/453oXQc

SHIELD Illinois is preparing for the next public health emergency. The Clinical Laboratory Development Program seeks to help solve the critical shortage of qualified clinical laboratory personnel by training the workforce of the future. Read more here: buff.ly/43DMuGB

🔸 The New Normal 🔹 A documentary highlighting the work of #ILLINOIS researchers, including MCB scientists, is premiering at 1:30 TODAY on the @BigTenNetwork. Learn about how researchers united to create the fast and inexpensive @SHIELDIllinois COVID-19 saliva-based test.

🚨 Participants are needed for a COVID-19 Testing Research Study!🚨 Are you experiencing symptoms of COVID-19? You may be eligible to participate in a research study and receive a $20 gift card when you test at one of these three SHIELD Illinois community testing sites.

🚨Attention Springfield-area friends!🚨 We need volunteers tomorrow to drool for a study at our Springfield lab. In only 20 minutes, you can earn a $20 gift card! 💳 Scan this QR code for more, or visit go.uillinois.edu/usabilitystudy to sign up.

Our research and discovery address the critical challenges of our time. In partnership with the state, @SHIELDIllinois’ work to test for and track COVID-19 saved lives. Plus, more recent wastewater surveillance works with @IDPH and @DiscoverDPI to detect flu and RSV.

Our own @awyllie13 is presenting TODAY on SalivaDirect (from open-source PCR test to national lab network) at the @SHIELDIllinois #COVID19 research symposium! Learn more about this event and the other #publichealth leaders presenting at uillinois.edu/shield/symposi…

The 2023 @SHIELDIllinois COVID-19 Research Symposium is coming to Chicago on March 30-31! Listen to public health and disease experts discuss lessons learned during the pandemic, and apply for research grants for projects! Agenda and registration here: ow.ly/KYfL50NgM9E 🛡️

Our own @awyllie13 will be presenting on SalivaDirect (from open-source PCR test to national lab network) at the upcoming @SHIELDIllinois #COVID19 research symposium! Register to hear from Anne and other public health leaders at: uillinois.edu/shield/symposi…

As of February 2023, SHIELD Illinois has resulted more than 7 million PCRs tests. It has been our pleasure to serve the state of Illinois and help mitigate COVID-19 spread. Thank you, Illinois!

A look back: In 2022, the Test to Stay program helped keep students in schools safely throughout the pandemic. The program was developed by the IDPH, used SHIELD Illinois' testing program and endorsed by the CDC. Read more about it: myjournalcourier.com/news/article/C…

With over a dozen free-to-the-community testing sites across Illinois, it's easy for you to know if you've got COVID-19. We're here to help, with our fast and trusted covidSHIELD test. 👩🏻‍🔬👨🏽‍🔬 Walk in to the site nearest you, or make an appointment here: buff.ly/3dFKUfy 🛡️

Hello Aurora and Belvidere! 👋🏻 We've just opened new community testing sites in your cities, at @APLibraryIL and @boonecohealth. To get a free, trusted COVID-19 test, walk-in during testing hours or make an appointment here: shieldillinois.com/get-tested/ 🛡️

COVID-19 study shows the success of the SHIELD: Target, Test, Tell program. Students, faculty, staff and community members statewide took non-invasive @SHIELDIllinois saliva tests to help keep people healthy during the pandemic. ➡️ Best of 2022: ow.ly/1hIv50M7pYj

⚠ Due to extreme winter weather, all SHIELD Illinois community testing sites will be closed Thursday, December 22.⚠

❄️'Tis the season to spread joy, not COVID-19!❄️ Our covidSHIELD test can detect COVID-19 earlier than antigen nasal swabs, and can even catch asymptomatic cases before they can spread. 👩🏽‍🔬 Make an appointment or walk in to any of our free testing sites: shieldillinois.com/get-tested/ 🛡️

💹 With both COVID-19 and influenza rates on the rise across Illinois, we're continuing our mission to help keep you and your family safe. Get our trusted, fast, and free saliva-based COVID-19 test at any of our community sites. Find one near you here: shieldillinois.com/get-tested/ 🛡️

Before your next holiday gathering, know your COVID-19 status before you go! 🛡️ Our covidSHIELD saliva-based test is highly accurate, and most results are reported in less than 24 hours. Get a free test at one of our community sites near you: shieldillinois.com/get-tested/

Do you have the flu, or could it be COVID-19? 🤒 As we head into flu season, you can count on our free and trusted saliva-based test to give you the most accurate answer. Schedule your appointment or walk-in to our community testing site nearest you: shieldillinois.com/get-tested/

🦃Our statewide Holiday Testing event is underway!🦃 Get a free, trusted COVID-19 test at any of our community sites today. We've opened more sites and extended their hours to help serve you! Click shieldillinois.com/get-tested to find your nearest site. 🛡