By rdnewsNOW Staff

Testing & vaccination move to health centres

Stand-alone COVID-19 clinics to close in five communities

Apr 29, 2022 | 2:47 PM

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is closing stand-alone COVID-19 testing and immunization sites in five central Alberta communities due to decreasing demand.

The five communities include:

• Drayton Valley
• Rocky Mountain House
• Drumheller
• Stettler
• Wainwright

Effective April 30, these services will move to community health centres.

PCR testing for Albertans is available only for those who have clinical risk factors for severe outcomes and those who live and work in high-risk settings. Free rapid antigen testing kits remain available through pharmacies for at-home use.

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With the changes in location, AHS says it encourages clients to be mindful of the instructions provided when booking online.

AHS says it will continue to closely monitor COVID-19 activity across the zone, and will be ready to adjust testing and immunization options should the need arise.

AHS also reminds the public of their legal obligation to isolate if experiencing any of the core symptoms of COVID-19.