![]() ![]() The NWT has been receiving tests through a federal program which is coming to an end soon. If you are generally in good health and are experiencing mild symptoms of COVID-19, you do not need to be tested.Īvailability of free tests in communities by grocery stores and other community places will be stopping in the new year. At-home testing is optional.Īs with many other common viral infections (e.g., the flu), COVID-19 testing is only recommended when the result of a test will inform decisions about treatment or care. If you develop symptoms: stay home, follow the above instructions for individuals who have tested positive.Testing is not necessary if you do not have symptoms, but you can take an at-home Rapid Antigen Test if you wish.Self-monitor for symptoms, consider for the next 10 days: wearing a mask while indoors, reducing your contacts (especially to vulnerable persons), physically distance from others, avoiding high risk activities and try to work alone in possible. If someone in your household tests positive and you are symptomatic, we recommend that you limit your contacts for 10 days. If you have difficulty breathing or any serious symptoms, please call 911. If you are experiencing worrisome symptoms or cannot manage your symptoms at home, book an appointment to see your healtcare provider.If you have non-urgent medical questions call 811.If you test positive on at at-home test, you do not require an in-person test.Consider for the next 10 days: wearing a mask while indoors, reducing your contacts (especially to vulnerable persons), physically distancing from others, avoiding high risk-activities and try to work alone if possible. ![]() If you test positive on any test, we recommend that you stay home and limit your contact with others. Back to top What to do if you test positive or think you have COVID? ![]()
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