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Allegheny Health Department to resume handling COVID-19 calls

By Ladimir Garcia

Jun 30, 2022

Allegheny County residents can now call the health department f they’re seeking information related to COVID-19 testing sites, vaccine access, and other pandemic-related topics.

The Allegheny County Health Department announced that they will once again be handling COVID-19 calls after partnering with PA 2-1-1 Southwest since 2020. Starting Fri., July 1, Allegheny County residents can now call the health department at 412-687-ACHD if they’re seeking information related to COVID-19 testing sites, vaccine access, and other pandemic-related topics...

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