COVID-19 testing sites confirmed for Dundee
FRIDAY, 11 JUNE, 2021
Immediate release.
COVID-19 testing sites confirmed for Dundee
The locations for the mobile testing vans in Dundee next week have been confirmed as people are encouraged to get tested following an increase in the number of cases of COVID-19 in Dundee.
The mobile testing vans will follow a new timetable until 28 June to make testing easily available across the city.
The mobile testing vans are visiting the following sites:
Dundee 10am until 4pm |
Day |
Menzieshill Community Centre (10am-2pm) and Douglas Sports Centre |
Monday |
Menzieshill Community Centre (10am-2pm) and Douglas Sports Centre |
Tuesday |
Douglas Sports Centre |
Wednesday |
Douglas Sports Centre |
Thursday |
Dundee International Sports Centre |
Friday |
Dundee City Centre – East Whale Lane Car Park |
Saturday |
Dundee International Sports Centre |
Sunday |
The mobile testing sites are walk-in and there is no need to book an appointment. However, to make the process quicker, you can book in advance and pre-register your details by phoning 119.
In addition to the mobile testing vans, there are other ways for people in Dundee to get tested.
Permanent testing venues
Testing is also available every day from 8am to 8pm for anyone whether you have symptoms or not at the following locations. People should book a test via nhsinform.scot or by calling 0800 028 2816.
• Dudhope Castle, Dundee - Drive through
• Kirkton Community Centre, Dundee - Walk through
• Park Place, Dundee - Walk through
Collect a test
You can also collect a rapid test kit (LFD) from the permanent testing venues. LFD kits to self-test at home are now also available from community pharmacies. People can find out which pharmacies are taking part by going to NHS inform, following a link and entering their postcode.
The mobile testing units are safe and secure, with strict hygiene measures in place. Staff on site will support people through the testing process which involves self-administering a swab test. Full instructions will be provided. Testing is quick and easy with results communicated to people by text message 24 to 48 hours after the test.
Anyone who receives a positive PCR test result will be asked to self-isolate. Dedicated support is available to anyone who needs to self-isolate, including food packages and financial support. Further advice and information on what support is available for people who need to self-isolate is available from www.nhsinform.scot or www.taysidecares.co.uk
More information on the testing programme is available at www.covidtayside.scot.nhs.uk and www.taysidecares.co.uk
Contact:
NHS Tayside Communications
(01382) 424138
