Public Health’s Mobile COVID-19 testing units are returning to HRM and West Hants.
Health officials say these units provide easier access to testing as part of efforts to keep the pandemic under control.
They add testing people who are asymptomatic is one of the main tools that has helped limit the spread of the virus in Nova Scotia.
The Public Health Mobile Units will be available at the following locations:
- Halifax Transit Lacewood Terminal (320 Lacewood Drive, Halifax)
Friday, June 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. *Drop-in only. - Woodside Ferry Terminal (9 Atlantic Street, Dartmouth)
Friday, June 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. *Drop-in only. - Hants Exhibition Arena (221 Wentworth Road, Windsor)
Saturday, June 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. *Pre-book or drop-in.
When the option to pre-book is available, community members are encouraged to pre-book their testing appointments by completing the self-assessment online. If you don’t have access to the internet, you can call 811.
Drop-in testing is based on capacity.
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.
• You may have to wait in line outside; please dress accordingly.
Public Health is encouraging all Nova Scotians to be tested regularly for COVID-19. If it has been over a week since your last test consider getting tested again, even if you are vaccinated. No vaccine is 100% effective. As a result, Nova Scotians are encouraged to continue making asymptomatic testing a regular part of their routine.
You can find a full list of all potential exposure notifications on NSHA website.
