HLTH Onsite
Covid-19 Precautions
HLTH 2021 will require all attendees, exhibitors and HLTH staff to provide proof they are fully VACCINATED.
HLTH will be implementing a series of protocols and onsite precautions in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. HLTH is working in accordance with the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center and local public health officials to ensure the safety of all attendees.
All in-person attendees* must provide proof of vaccination. We've partnered with CLEAR to make this easy - simply download the free CLEAR app and follow the instructions below:
Tap on the white Health Pass tile and find HLTH 2021 in the Events section.
Follow prompts to confirm your proof of vaccination.
You will be able to securely upload your CDC card, scan a SMART QR code, or link to a health provider. (International guests will be able to present credentials onsite)
* Non-U.S.-based attendees - the CLEAR Health Pass will not work with your vaccine documents. Please bring your vaccination card (paper/digital) for a manual review onsite.
For more details on the CLEAR process, see here.
All attendees will be required to show proof of a negative COVID test to pick up your badge and gain access to HLTH. This can be accomplished in one of two ways:
OPTION 1: Test before you arrive (save time onsite!)
Take a PCR or NAAT (rapid molecular) test within 72 hours of picking up your badge at a CLEAR preferred testing provider. Your results can be easily linked to Health Pass within the free CLEAR app. If you prefer to go to an outside provider, no worries, you will be able to show email/paper proof of your results to gain entry at a help desk at registration.
Save time onsite by taking a test before you arrive.
OPTION 2: Test onsite upon arrival
Can't get tested ahead of time? We got you covered! HLTH will have a designated testing area at the entrance of the event venue providing rapid antigen tests for all attendees who need it before picking up your badge. HLTH will incur all associated costs and is partnering with Impact Heath to administer testing. There will be ample staff to ensure a smooth and fast process for all attendees - but please expect to wait 15-25 minutes for your results.
Testing will be open within the following times at the convention center (BCEC):
- Saturday, October 16th: 10am-6pm (North Lobby)
- Sunday, October 17th: 7:30am-6pm (North Lobby & Southeast Lobby)
- Monday, October 18th: 7am-6pm (North Lobby & Southeast Lobby)
- Tuesday, October 19th: 8am-12pm
Additionally, optional testing will be available at no cost* for those who want to test at any time throughout the event. See more details here.
*You must have an active health insurance policy in the United States to receive free onsite services. Attendees without an active, U.S.-based health insurance policy who are interested in receiving onsite services will incur a $100 fee.
In accordance with the mask mandate for all indoor public spaces in Boston, all attendees & staff will be required to wear a mask while indoors at HLTH, except while eating or drinking.
Look forward to seeing everyone soon! Email us at info@hlth.com with any questions. For more detailed information, see below.
Additional Health & Safety Information
For the purpose of attending HLTH 2021, a person is fully vaccinated:
2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or
2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine
For international attendees, this guidance applies to COVID-19 vaccines authorized for emergency use by the World Health Organization (i.e., AstraZeneca/Oxford, Covishield, Sinopharm, and Sinovac) - 2 weeks after final dose. The full list of vaccines with final WHO EUL/PQ evaluation status is available here.
Voluntary PCR COVID-19 and COVID-19 rapid antigen testing will be available to all attendees in addition to the one mandatory negative test upon arrival. This can be utilized for any attendee feeling symptomatic or who wishes to get a test prior to traveling home. Our concierge voluntary testing clinic, in partnership with Eden Health will be located in Hall A in Booth A7 during the following times:
Sunday, October 17th: 8am-7pm
Monday, October 18th: 8am-6pm
Tuesday, October 19th: 8am-4pm
Book your appointment here to avoid the lines: Book Now. Walk-ins will be accepted.
CLEAR Health Pass Testing
For expedited entry to HLTH and to pick up your badge, we strongly recommend you get your negative COVID-19 test prior to HLTH through one of our approved providers within 72 hours of picking up your badge (make sure to schedule one if you haven’t already!)
We will also have on-site testing so if you are unable to get a negative COVID-19 test prior to HLTH, don't worry we have you covered! HLTH will be offering PCR tests on-site for proof of negative COVID-19.
To use CLEAR Health Pass you must be tested at one of the following locations:
At-home test
National provider
Regional provider - view full list here
After getting tested at one of the locations listed above, open Health Pass in the CLEAR app and tap ‘get tested’ on the entry requirements screen.
Select your testing provider on the menu screen to log in to your patient portal and follow the steps to link your health account with CLEAR.
For expedited entry to your event, your COVID-19 test must be from an approved provider and linked in your CLEAR app within 72 hours of the event.
How to Complete your CLEAR Health Pass
Download and enroll in CLEAR before the event
Download the free CLEAR app and tap on the white Health Pass tile.
Select Events and find HLTH 2021 under the Conferences section.
Tap “Enroll or verify in CLEAR” to create your CLEAR member account.
New to CLEAR? When prompted, enter your email address, phone number, and have your gov’t issued photo ID ready to complete enrollment.
Already a CLEAR member? Use the email address associated with your membership and snap a quick selfie to verify your identity.
Tap “Add Covid-19 Vaccination” to link your proof of vaccination before arriving.
Select “Get Tested 72 Hours in Advance” and follow prompts to securely link your negative COVID-19 test.
Before arriving, complete your Health Pass
Open the CLEAR app and tap on the white Health Pass tile.
Confirm you are you with a quick selfie and answer a short health survey.
Green means you’re good to go.
Need help? Call 855-CLEAR-ME or tap “Get in Touch” in the app for assistance
Disclaimer: CLEAR will not share your specific data about your vaccination or test results with the event organizer.
Before You Arrive
Bookmark this page and check back, as we will be frequently adding updates here to our onsite safety and sanitation plans.