Penticton has new, higher capacity COVID-19 test location

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Interior Health has established a new COVID-19 testing spot in Penticton to increase capacity for the city and surrounding area. 

Effective Monday, COVID-19 test collection services will move to a dedicated centre located at 140-3547 Skaha Lake Road. Previously, the test had been conducted adjacent to Penticton Regional Hospital.

Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., seven days a week and with more parking spaces available, the dedicated COVID-19 collection centre will allow Interior Health to increase the daily number of tests being performed for Penticton residents.

Testing is available for anyone experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 and anyone who has been sent for testing by a physician, nurse practitioner, or public health authority. Testing is not recommended for individuals who do not have symptoms.

Book a test:

• Online
• By phone: 1-877-740-7747

Testing is available for people with new or worsening COVID-19 symptoms. Seek a test immediately if you have one or more of these key symptoms:

• Fever and chills
• Cough
• Loss of sense of taste or smell
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

Seek a test if you have two or more of the following symptoms for more than 24 hours, and they are not related to any other pre-existing conditions:

• Sore throat
• Loss of appetite
• Extreme fatigue or tiredness
• Headache
• Body aches (muscles and joints aching)
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea

Everyone in all communities should remain vigilant in following COVID-19 precautions:

• Keep to your household bubbles and avoid social gatherings.
• Stay home when you are sick and get tested if you have any symptoms consistent with COVID-19.
• Practise physical distancing.
• Wear a mask in indoor public spaces.
• Wash your hands often.