Public Health Mobile Units will be stopping at these Halifax area locations this week

More drop-in COVID-19 testing is being offered in our area

HalifaxToday Staff

The Public Health Mobile Units will be offering more drop-in COVID-19 testing in our area this week.

They’ll be stopping at the following locations:

North Preston Community Centre (44 Simmonds Rd.)

• Wednesday, Aug. 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

East Preston Recreation Centre (24 Brooks Dr.)

• Thursday, Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Henry G. Bauld Centre (35 Wilfred Jackson Way, Cherry Brook)

• Thursday, Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Testing is free and available to all ages and all visitors.

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.