PCR COVID-19 testing coming to Fairview
Posted Nov 11, 2021 11:00:00 AM.
NEWS RELEASE
NOVA SCOTIA HEALTH
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The Public Health Mobile Unit will be in Fairview to offer free PCR COVID-19 testing to all ages.
Testing is free and available to anyone who:
- is experiencing symptoms
- has no symptoms (asymptomatic)
- has been to a potential exposure site, or
- is a close contact of a positive case of COVID-19.
The PCR swish and gargle test will be on site for children and youth aged 4 to 18.
The Public Health Mobile Unit will be available for booked appointments and drop-ins at the following location:
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 142 (50 Hillcrest St., Fairview)
Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
To book a COVID-19 test, please visit https://covid-self-assessment.
Drop-ins are based on availability.
Please bring a health card and I.D. if you have them.
To see all the upcoming Public Health Mobile Unit locations visit: https://www.nshealth.ca/visit-
Important notes when visiting the mobile unit:
- You do not need to self-isolate while you wait for your results unless you have symptoms or are 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 dress accordingly when testing is offered outside.
In addition to media releases, all potential exposure notifications are listed here: http://www.nshealth.ca/covid-
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