By Fiona Vernon
No one expected their lives to suddenly come to a halt because of a pandemic. COVID-19 has caused millions of people around the globe to realize the importance of their loved ones. An immeasurable amount of them have gone months without seeing their parents for fear of infecting them or are missing the support of their friend. Employees are working from home in record numbers. Many people are social distancing and being responsible, but it is not always possible to just stay home. The new school year has arrived, and districts have worked hard in an attempt to make it safe for children to return to classes. Individuals from Akron, Ohio, to Kent, Ohio, who need COVID testing for adults and children but do not have a doctor’s order can rely on AxessPointe Community Health Centers. This community health center was established to provide preventative services, education, and information to the underinsured, uninsured, and those on Medicare or Medicaid, so they can even help anyone looking for COVID testing even though they are asymptomatic. It all starts with a virtual visit phone call to 330.564.2477. Everyone from Barberton, Ohio, to Portage Lakes, Ohio, will find the compassionate, affordable medical care they need at one of the five locations of AxessPointe Community Health Centers.