TUESDAY, 28 JULY, 2021

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Updated timetable for mobile COVID-19 testing sites in Dundee

The mobile testing vans in Dundee will be following a new timetable from Saturday, 31 July with testing still widely available across the city.

Updated timetable for mobile COVID-19 testing sites in Dundee:

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 can book a test via nhsinform.scot or by calling 119.

• Dudhope Castle, Dundee – Drive through

• Kirkton Community Centre, Dundee – Walk through

• Park Place, Dundee – Walk through

• Lynch Sports Centre Car Park – 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 testing sites 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