Walgreens to Boost COVID-19 Testing Locations to 6,000 by May 1

According to Chain Drug Review , Walgreens says it will increase its COVID-19 testing capacity considerably by May 1. The company will offer drive-through diagnostic tests at 6,000 locations, with more than one-half in socially vulnerable areas. Walgreens currently has more than 5,000 of its locations offering tests, which are available at no cost. Walgreens President John Standley said, "With this latest move, Walgreens is furthering its commitment to help communities we serve across the country overcome the pandemic." Since Walgreens began COVID-19 testing in April 2020, the company has administered more than 7 million diagnostic tests. With the latest expansion, Walgreens will be able to administer roughly 3 million tests per month. Thousands of Walgreens testing locations also offer rapid diagnostic tests where results are received the same day.