A drive-clinic to test local people during the COVID-19 lockdown was held by Alexandra District Health between 10am-1pm on Thursday (May 7).

There was a line-up of cars at the old Alexandra Hospital site entrance (Myrtle and Cooper Sts), with waiting time up to one hour.

People who are asymptomatic (do not have symptoms), were able attend, and testing was undertaken in the car park by Alexandra District Health staff, with traffic management assistance from Murrindindi Shire Council.

People were required to present their Medicare card and complete a consent form at the time of screening. Temperature and symptom screening were undertaken prior to testing.

People do not need to self-isolate if they are tested without COVID-19 symptoms. A nurse from Alexandra District Health will contact anyone who volunteers to be tested with their results.

Results may take up to five business days t oreach patients.