Monoclonal Antibody Therapy
Learn more about monoclonal antibody treatments (MAB) and availability at the Florida Department of Health MAB web page.
Testing Sites
COVID-19 PCR Tests Kiosk
Mid-County Regional Library Parking Lot, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., Port Charlotte, FL 33952
Mon - Thurs: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Fri - Sat: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Both walk-up service and appointments available. Find all the info and book appointments online: curative.com
The Healthy Together App can help view test results, assess symptoms, and learn what to do after being tested for COVID-19. Search in app stores for “Healthy Together.”
Vaccinations
COVID-19 Vaccination Options
- Full list at Florida Dept. of Health in Charlotte County
- Register online or walk in (select stores) at Publix or Winn-Dixie.
- Statewide Vaccine Locator: floridahealthcovid19.gov/vaccines/vaccine-locator
- Bring a Vaccine Clinic to your community, business, or organization: Schedule a clinic
Booster and Vaccine Information
- Booster Shot information
- Florida Dept. of Health in Charlotte County
- Vaccines in Florida | Latest Florida vaccine report | COVID-19 Vaccination Plan
- General vaccine information from the CDC | CDC Vaccine FAQ
- U.S. Department of Health & Human Services COVID-19 Information
Who is able to get the vaccines?
Per Governor Ron DeSantis' Executive Order 21-79, (which expands on prior Exec. Orders 20-315, 21-46, 21-47, 20-62 and 21-67) effective Monday, April 5, 2021 all Florida residents shall be eligible to receive any COVID-19 vaccine as prescribed by the Food and Drug Administration.
Which vaccines are available?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration: COVID-19 Vaccines Authorized for Emergency Use or FDA-Approved
Who pays for the vaccine?
Vaccine doses purchased with U.S. taxpayer dollars will be given to the American people at no cost. However, vaccination providers will be able to charge an administration fee for giving the shot to someone.
How do the vaccines work?
COVID-19 vaccines help your develop immunity to the virus that causes COVID-19 without having to get the illness. Read more about how they work and the different types of vaccines.
How did vaccines get developed and approved so quickly? Was the process rushed? Are vaccines Safe?
Producing vaccines is the top priority of scientists and governments around the world to help bring an end to the pandemic. Read about the process, trials, and authorization and find more at the U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services webpage.
Will the vaccine be safe for pregnant women?
Find the latest information regarding vaccines and pregnancy or breastfeeding at the CDC website.
How long do the vaccines protect against infection?
Find studies that have looked at how COVID-19 vaccines work and the latest information on the Vaccines Work page.
Do I need a mask if I have been vaccinated?
It is important to continue to protect yourself and others. Following the latest CDC recommendations will offer the best protection from getting and spreading COVID-19.
Find more FAQs about COVID-19 vaccines on the CDC website.