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.

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Increase in Demand for COVID-19 Testing in Niagara

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