Latest COVID-19 Testing Information
Please note that this list is a work in progress and information may change without any notice. It is not a complete list of available options.
St Lucie County Flu Vaccination Providers
Click below for a list of flu vaccination providers. Please note that this list is a work in progress and information may change without any notice. It is not a complete list of available options.
St. Lucie County Encourages Residents to Sign Up for Alert St. Lucie Notifications Regarding COVID-19 Vaccines
St. Lucie County residents wishing to receive a COVID-19 vaccine are encouraged to register with Alert St. Lucie (www.stlucieco.gov/alert) to be notified when vaccines are available.
Information On Getting Tested
Those with the associated risk factors and symptoms of COVID-19 may be eligible to be tested. Coronavirus symptoms include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Risk factors consist of close contact with a laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 case, travel to or from a Coronavirus affected area, recent history of international travel, age 65+ with chronic conditions and a weakened immune system. If you believe you have symptoms you should immediately contact your healthcare provider.
St. Lucie Medical Reserve Corps Seeks Volunteers
St. Lucie County is looking to build a reserve of qualified medical professionals to deal with an increase in COVID-19 cases if the need arises. The Florida Department of Health in St. Lucie County operates a Medical Reserve Corp that can be activated in emergencies such as the pandemic that is impacting Florida and the rest of the world. Any licensed healthcare professional who is willing to volunteer in the event there is a need for additional doctors, nurses, EMTs and other healthcare experts are encouraged to register at https://www.flhealthresponse.com/mrcvolunteer. Under Florida Statue 110 law, sovereign immunity is provided to volunteers. State Statue 768.28 is the Sovereign Immunity Law and 768.1355 is the Volunteer Protection Act which allows licensed professionals to volunteer, and have their licenses protected. Every medical professional that registers will be vetted by the Florida Department of Health before being activated.
Vaccination Information
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- Florida Department of Health – COVID-19 Vaccines in Florida
- COVID Vaccine Overview for Providers
This document from the Florida Department of Health offers provider information for COVID-19 vaccine enrollment. - COVID Vaccine Flow Chart for Providers
This document from the Florida Department of Health describes the COVID-19 Vaccine enrollment process for medical providers.
Additional Resources
You may find these additional resources helpful:
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- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
This website gives updates on the coronavirus in the United States, gives best practices for prevention and treatment and offers background information on the virus. - The World Health Organization
This website gives information on the global status of the spread and response to coronavirus. - The State Department
This website offers resources and background on the coronavirus, specifically in China. For those considering travelling abroad, please review the State Department’s list of travel advisories. - The Department of Veterans Affairs
This website offers guidance for veterans and information about the VA’s response to COVID-19. Veterans going to the VA should be advised that they need to arrive early, due to screening procedures. - The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
This website has resources for Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP coverage of coronavirus, including waivers and frequently asked questions. - Florida Department of Health
#COVID19 Call Center: 866-779-6121 or email COVID-19@flhealth.gov - St. Lucie County Department of Health:
772-462-3800 or http://stlucie.floridahealth.gov/ - City of Port St. Lucie:
772-871-1775 (1PSL) or www.cityofpsl.com - City of Fort Pierce:
772-467-3000 or https://www.cityoffortpierce.com/ - UF/IFAS Extension:
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/topic_covid19
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Need Healthcare? HANDS of St. Lucie County may be able to help!
If you are 18-64 and financially qualify, you may have access to free primary healthcare.
To get started, you will need:
- Current Driver’s License or Photo ID
- Social Security Card
- Proof of St. Lucie County Residency
- Proof of Income or Letter Of Support
In addition, if you have your 2019 tax returns or a recent Medicaid Denial Letter please bring them. But due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we would like to try to help you even without these documents. We are here for you.Call the number below for help and to set your appointment with a Patient Navigator. We are here for you.
HANDS of St. Lucie County
A Volunteers in Medicine Affiliate
3855 South US 1, Suite B
Fort Pierce, FL 34982
(772) 462-5646