**** NSHA Media Release
Public Health Mobile Units providing drop-in COVID-19 testing in
Wentworth and Dartmouth Sept. 22
The Public Health Mobile Units will be in Wentworth and Dartmouth this week to offer drop-in testing for COVID-19. Testing is free and available to all ages.
The Public Health Mobile Unit will be available for drop-in testing at:
Wentworth Recreation Centre (13752 Highway 4, Wentworth)
Wednesday, Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Portland Hills Transit Terminal (866 Portland Hills Dr., Dartmouth)
Wednesday, Sept. 22 from 12 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
*Outdoors – Weather Permitting*
To see all the upcoming Public Health Mobile Unit locations visit: https://www.nshealth.ca/visit-covid-19-testing-site
Important notes when visiting the mobile unit:
· Unless you have symptoms you do not need to self-isolate while you wait for your results, unless directly advised by Public Health to isolate.
· The testing method is standard PCR swab or Swish and Gargle for children and youth. Preparation is required for gargle testing. View instructions.
· Please bring your health card with you, if you have one.
· When testing is offered outside, please dress accordingly.
In addition to media releases, all potential exposure notifications are listed here: http://www.nshealth.ca/covid-exposures
