Asymptomatic Testing Clinic at Bernie Custis, May 25, Open to HWDSB Students and Staff and Families
Asymptomatic Testing Clinic
BERNIE CUSTIS SECONDARY SCHOOL
Tuesday, May 25, 2021 | 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
**NOW OFFERED TO ALL HWDSB STUDENTS AND STAFF. FAMILY MEMBERS CAN ALSO PARTICIPATE**
Voluntary Asymptomatic Testing is now available to all staff and students in HWDSB and their families at the host location. Even as we learn remotely, this testing clinic will help ensure that our schools remain a safe environment for those who are learning and working in-person as well as help our community.
- Tuesday, May 25, 11:00am – 7:00pm
- Bernie Custis Secondary School – 1044 King St E, Hamilton
Drop in when you can – NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED | Participants can walk‐in to the location during the allocated testing time.
Who is eligible for asymptomatic testing?
Now offered to all students and staff in HWDSB and children and staff from our child care programs. Family members of HWDSB staff and students are welcome to participate in the voluntary testing. Covid-19 testing is voluntary and only for asymptomatic individuals (those who are not experiencing any COVID‐19 symptoms.). Consent is required for student under 18 years old. The consent form is available on site. Students unaccompanied by a parent or guardian must bring signed consent. Download the consent form here: Life Labs Consent
Why is asymptomatic testing being recommended?
Asymptomatic testing is an important layer of protection that helps to track and prevent the spread of COVID‐19. Increased testing may also help to reduce stress and anxiety related to the virus by identifying cases early and avoiding outbreaks.
What are the details about the test?
The test process is very simple and safe and the collection site will be staffed by professionals who will be following a multitude of safety parameters. LifeLabs uses a swab like a Q‐tip that is inserted into the front part of the nostril and rotated for fifteen seconds (per nostril). After the sample is collected, the test results will then be available within 24‐48 hours on LifeLabs WorkClear Thrive application. Learn more: http://hwdsb.info/LifeLabs
Questions: Contact your child’s school or HWDSB, 905‐527‐5092 or email [email protected].
Updated on Wednesday, May 19, 2021.