Increase in Demand for COVID-19 Testing in Niagara

Tuesday, 22 September 2020 07:44

By Marie Cassidy

Niagara Health is seeing a significant jump in demand for testing at its three assessment centres in the Region.

Nearly 3,500 tests were completed last week alone.
On Wednesday, Niagara Health hit a daily record with 665 completed.
Demand for COVID-19 test is high, meaning long wait for the walk-in patients in St. Catharines, Niagara Falls and Welland.
The assessment centre teams are working hard to meet demand and contact everyone who has requested a testing appointment.
Niagara Health is asking for the community's patience during this time.

More from Local News

Charges Laid in Crash that Killed Woman

The rollover crash happened on Highway 406 in 2025, passenger was ejected, driver charged
City Invests into Flood Relief

St. Catharines city councillors supporting $20-million for Emergency Flood Alleviation program
Police Looking for this Man, After Indecent Act

They say it happened in Fort Erie store
Drugs/Weapons Found in Traffic Stop

No signal and incorrect plates lead to drugs
NRP Want Help After Horses Hurt

It was just over a year ago a number of horses were injured at a boarding farm in Welland
Niagara Families Connected to Doctor

People waiting a long time cleared from waitlist
Teenager Hurt in St. Catharines Stabbing

Police say it is non life threatening, looking for who is responsible
One Driver Arrested of Two Hit and Runs

There were 2 separate cases in St. Catharines

Increase in Demand for COVID-19 Testing in Niagara

Share

More from Local News