COVID-19 Testing Centre Opens in Vegreville

COVID-19 Testing Centre Opens in Vegreville

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser

The Alberta Health Services COVID-19 Testing Centre officially opened in Vegreville on November 26.

“As of December 6, a total of 323 swabs have been completed, with an average of 54 per day. This busiest day so far was November 30 with 89 swabs completed,” stated Melissa Ballantyne, Manager, Central Zone with AHS Communications & Community Engagement.

She went on to say, “Across Alberta, COVID-19 testing is available to all Albertans with symptoms, close contacts of confirmed cases, and those linked to an outbreak. Testing is by appointment only; there are no drop-in services.

It remains important to follow all public health measures including; using a mask, washing or sanitizing your hands often, physical distancing, and limiting your cohort to limit the spread of COVID-19.”

The December 9, 2020 edition of the News Advertiser is now online!