COVID-19 Assessment Centres and Testing Sites
Site: Halton
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: OAK0358 | Last Full Update: 28 Mar 2022 |
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| Public Comments | The Ontario Government does not cover the cost of COVID-19 testing for international travel. These tests are only available at private laboratories for a fee. * if you have additional questions, please contact the Public Health Agency COVID-19 information line directly at 1-833-784-4397 * 7 am to 12 midnight * interpretation services available in 200+ languages |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | Provincial Testing and Isolation Line: 1-888-777-0730; Halton Region Public Health: 905-825-6000 or 3-1-1; Health Connect Ontario: 8-1-1 |
| Website | https://covid-19.ontario.ca/covid-19-test-and-testing-location-information |
| Agency Information | |
| Funding | Provincial |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | For the latest information on self-isolation, symptoms, testing and what to do if you are exposed to COVID-19, please visit: ontario.ca/exposed * if you have symptoms (even if mild) associated with COVID-19, you must self-isolate, regardless of your vaccination status * if you are experiencing severe symptoms (trouble breathing or chest pain), please go to your nearest Emergency Department or call 911 * use Ontario’s Antiviral Screener Tool or speak to your health care provider to find out if you are eligible for COVID-19 antiviral treatments Visit the Halton Region website for more information When to get TestedUse the online Self-Assessment tools to find out if you can get tested and where* COVID-19 self-assessment tool * COVID-19 school and child care screening tool (for staff and students) * COVID-19 worker and employee screening Members of the general public with mild symptoms are asked not to seek testing * if you are not eligible for a test but have symptoms of COVID-19, assume that you have the virus and visit ontario.ca/exposed for isolation instructions Where to get TestedFor a complete list of testing locations (assessment centres, pharmacies, labs) in Halton visit COVID-19 testing locationsHome Testing* available for clients with a physical or mental disability and are unable to get to a testing facility* clients should speak to their health care provider for a referral for home COVID-19 testing Rapid Antigen Tests (RAT)* COVID-19 tests that can give results quickly, do not require processing by a lab, and can be done at homeThe Province has expanded the availability of free RATs for personal use and, depending on supply, are now available through the following options * participating pharmacies and grocery stores * elementary and secondary schools (provided by the Province) * incorporated small and medium-sized businesses may be eligible to receive rapid tests from a Health Canada-authorized pharmacy * eligible businesses may apply to participate in the Provincial Antigen Screening Program Where to get AssessmentCurrently there is only one clinical assessment center in Halton* individuals who are experiencing COVID-19 like symptoms and cannot access a family physician can visit care-clinics.ca to book an appointment for assessment at the Milton COVID, Cold and Flu Care Clinic * a complete list of clinical assessment centres in Halton and across Ontario can be found on the Provincial website - covid-19.ontario.ca/assessment-centre-locations Milton COVID, Cold and Flu Care Clinic (CCFCC)* all patients are welcome, you don’t need to have a family doctor or a health card (if you do have a health card please bring it)* Mon to Thu, 5 pm-8 pm * 1225 Maple Avenue, Unit 200, Milton * contact admin@miltoncareclinic.com or 905-462-2103 * for more information, see listing This clinic is for individuals who: * have moderate cold, flu or COVID-like symptoms and have been directed by their primary care provider; or * need to see a physician to assess their symptoms and recommend next steps (including getting a prescription for antivirals, if eligible); or * do not have or cannot see their primary care provider and are unwell |
| Hours | Assessment Hours vary Provincial Testing and Isolation Line: Mon-Sun, 8 am–6 pm Halton Region Public Health & Health Connect Ontario: 24 hrs/7 days |
| Areas Served | Halton Region |
| Eligibility | People of all ages (except babies, infants and toddlers) who need COVID-19 testing |
| Application | Call location to book an appointment |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Halton Region |
| Address & Map | |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | COVID-19 ; Topic Guides |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Assessment, Testing & Treatment ; Special Topics |
| Service Categories | Infectious Disease Specialty ~ COVID-19 |