Health Services and testing update: Alert Level 2
Where to get tested during Alert Level 3
Testing is free for people with COVID-19 symptoms in the Nelson Marlborough region. If you are unsure of whether you should get a test, call Healthline for advice: 0800 358 5453.
Here are your options for testing:
1. At your regular GP clinic (your family doctor). Appointments are needed, but there is no charge for testing. Phone ahead first if you are planning to visit your doctor and request a test. Golden Bay and Motueka GP clinics have increased their capacity for testing from Thursday 13 August.
2. After-hours clinics: The Medical and Injury Centre in Nelson and the Urgent Care Centre in Blenheim. After-hours centre information for Golden Bay, Motueka and Murchison is available online here
3. During Alert Level 2, testing is available at two community-based assessment centres (CBAC):
In Nelson:
● At the Tahunanui CBAC in the former Suburban Club building on 168 Tahunanui Drive
● Operating hours: 8am to 5pm
In Blenheim:
● At the old netball courts, Horton Park, 29b Redwood St
● Operating hours: 8am to 5pm from Thursday 13 August
4. Testing is available when required for inpatients in hospitals and for people presenting to EDs in emergencies.
5. The public are advised to check the Nelson Marlborough Health website, or Facebook page, for the most up to date information about testing - visit our site.
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