A new service is available in Red Lake to assist residents during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Red Lake COVID-19 Assessment Centre is now open.
The facilities were set-up by the provincial government in different parts of Ontario.
This is a facility dedicated to individuals experiencing possible symptoms of the virus.
Access to the Centre is by appointment only.
You can contact the Assessment Centre at 807-727-7035 between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
Walk-in appointments aren’t allowed to protect the health of everyone.
Staff ask that before you attend, you follow a self-assessment tool at https://covid-19.ontario.ca/self-assessment/#q0 “
Here is the information you need to know from the Red Lake Assessment Centre:
What are symptoms of COVID-19?
-fever greater than or equal to 38 degrees.
-new or worsening cough, sore throat, headache, muscle/joint aches and fatigue.
-shortness of breath.
How To Access:
1. It is recommended you complete the Ministry’s online assessment tool at Ontario.ca.
2. Please contact the Assessment Centre at 807 -727 -7035 between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:00 pm. You will be screened over the phone.
3. If the telephone screening determines an appointment is required, you will be given one.
4. Once you arrive for your appointment, please read the instructions posted, and ensure you follow them.
When You Get There:
-You will be required to wear a disposable mask provided by the nurse and use hand sanitizer when entering the facility.
-You are to attend your scheduled appointment alone; except an adult may accompany a child, frail elderly, person with disability, or an individual acting as an interpreter.
-You will be required to present a valid health card.
-You will be screened for symptoms, travel and contact history.
-Nurses will assess vital signs, such as temperature and blood pressure.
-Screening will determine if you require a nose swab.
-If you are tested, we will follow up with you when the results are received and ensure that any further direction/instruction is provided to
