People seeking confirmation PCR tests of positive lateral flow tests can now get them at the drive-through clinic at the Truman Bodden Bodden Sports Complex in George Town, instead of the South Sound Community Centre.
The drive-through clinic was opened earlier this week to deal with large numbers of people getting exit tests following the decrease in the required isolation days for COVID-positive individuals.
The Truman Bodden site will be open from 7am to 10am for the confirmation PCR tests, according to Public Health.
With rising numbers of cases, there had been much traffic congestion around the South Sound Community Centre and long waits as hundreds of people a day queued to get tested.
Now, both isolation/quarantine exit testing and confirmation PCR from a positive lateral flow test will be accommodated at the new drive-through site, as well as at two other sites in West Bay and Bodden Town.
“We are aware of the heavy traffic of persons requiring PCR tests at the South Sound Community Centre and have been working on alleviating this issue by identifying a more suitable location,” said Medical Officer of Health Dr. Samuel Williams-Rodriguez in a statement.
He added, “After the successful launch of the new drive-thru clinic at Truman Bodden Sports Complex parking lot earlier this week, we have determined that this site meets the needs of this daily testing clinic and allows for better crowd control, a more streamlined process for patients as they will be tested from the comfort of their vehicle. We would like to thank the Department of Sports for their collaboration and use of this space as part of our ongoing COVID-19 response.”
PCR testing clinics:
Isolation/quarantine exit PCR testing centres – Open daily
- Truman Bodden Sports Complex (parking lot drive-through): 7-10am
- Ed Bush Sports Complex: 10am-12pm
- Bodden Town Civic Centre: 10am-12pm
Positive LFT confirmation PCR testing centre – Open daily
- Truman Bodden Sports Complex (parking lot drive-through): 7-10am
- Ed Bush Sports Complex: 1-2pm
- Bodden Town Civic Centre: 1-2pm
In its statement, Public Health reminded the public that anyone who tests positive on an LFT must isolate immediately, report the result on www.exploregov.ky and attend the next available designated Health Services Authority clinic for a PCR test. These tests are not valid for travel.
People who require PCR or certified lateral flow testing for outbound travel or other optional screening may attend the clinic at 131 Centre MacLendon Drive, Public Health noted.
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