As of June 10, there are 614 cases of COVID-19 among those living in long-term-care and retirement homes in Peel. There have also been 186 deaths.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE PANDEMIC:
SYMPTOMS OF COVID-19
Those who are infected with coronavirus may have little to no symptoms. You may not know you have it — as it is similar to a cold or flu.
Symptoms may take up to 14 days to appear after exposure. This is the longest known infectious period for the disease.
Signs include fever, cough, difficulty breathing, and pneumonia in both lungs. In severe cases, infection can lead to death.
WHERE ARE ASSESSMENT CENTRES?
BRAMPTON
There is an assessment centre at the Peel Memorial site. It’s located at 20 Lynch Street in Brampton. The space is in a self-contained area at Peel Memorial and doesn’t impact other patients attending Urgent Care Centre or outpatient services.
To access it, visit the separate outside entrance on the south side of the building. There is dedicated parking next to the entrance. On-site directions are available.
The centre has experienced high volumes. It’s open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. No referral necessary
MISSISSAUGA
Mississauga Hospital — offers testing to anyone who wants a test, including those who are asymptomatic and essential workers.
A Peel Public Health referral is no longer required.
Hours of operation are between 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 pm, seven days a week. 905-799-7700, or alternatively people can visit the Emergency Department if symptoms are severe.
Credit Valley Hospital also offers a walk-in and drive-thru to anyone who wants a test, including those who are asymptomatic and essential workers.
A Peel Public Health referral is no longer required.
Hours of operation are 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. daily.
For more information call the main line of the hospital at 905-813-2200.
ORANGEVILLE
Headwaters Hospital has a drive-thru testing centre in the parking lot of the hospital, where residents exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 can be screened without leaving their vehicle.
It operates seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the last patient being seen at 4:30 p.m.
The testing centre is located at 140 Rolling Hills Dr., Orangeville.
Walk-ins are accepted.
