COVID-19 testing advice
Statement from Southern DHB Medical Officer of Health Dr Michael Butchard:
"This new case is a reminder why we all need to remain vigilant about the precautions we can take to slow the spread of COVID-19, and put us in the best possible position to stop it in its tracks if it does make its way into our district.
"Please remember to scan the QR codes for the COVID tracer app, turn on its bluetooth functionality, and remember the basics of good hand hygiene, staying home if you're sick, and getting a COVID test if you have symptoms or have been in a location at the date and time that has been identified as being associated with this case.
"We are hearing from a number of people who have been in Northland recently, asking for advice as to whether they should be tested. At this stage our advice is that you should be tested if you: have symptoms; were in one of the identified areas in Northland at-risk times (click here for the current list); or if your COVID-19 tracer app has advised you to get tested. The Ministry of Health is also contacting those who have been in the Pullman Hotel between 9 and 24 January to self-isolate and be tested.
“To arrange a test in the Southern district, please call your GP or the WellSouth Call Centre on 0800 VIRUS19 (0800 847 8719).”
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