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The Santa Clarita coronavirus test drive-thru is set to open at College of the Canyons this week, officials said.
The parking structure at the Valencia campus is expected to be used by the Los Angeles County Fire Department as a drive-through COVID-19 testing site beginning Wednesday, according to college administrators.
“As the County increases testing it follows that the number of positive cases will also increase. As Dr. Ferrer has noted, we know there are many more COVID-19 positive cases than we are aware of and that is why social distancing is critical to flatten the curve and slow the spread of COVID-19,” said Stephanie English, the Santa Clarita Valley senior deputy for Supervisor Kathryn Barger.
This site is one of several that are up and running around the county, and the first in the Santa Clarita Valley.
Appointments are required, and testing is limited to L.A. County residents experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, or who have been quarantined due to exposure to a confirmed case of COVID-19, according to County officials.
Those over the age of 65 or with underlying health conditions are expected to receive a priority for the testing, according to public health officials.
“It is important to note the testing site is for first-responders and those who meet the criteria for testing. Those who meet the criteria will be given an appointment and the drive-thru testing site will be by appointment only,” said English.
Testing is set to run from 7 a.m. to approximately 5 p.m., seven days per week, according to the college.
The Santa Clarita coronavirus testing site is expected to continue at least until June, according to the County.
The site is set to be staffed and managed by the Fire Department and other County personnel. Those being tested will remain in their cars to reduce the chance of exposure to the virus, according to the college.
“You may have heard Dr. Ferrer also add – that this week will be more important than ever to stay ‘Safer at Home,'” said English. “If it is not critical for you to be out, please stay inside. She continues to emphasize that social distancing and the ‘Safer at Home’ policies are the key to providing protections in our communities.”
More information about whether someone is eligible to be tested can be found here.
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I would like to be tested, I’m 66 years old.
Drive-Thru maybe?
Might help the sentence a little bit. ?
My wife is in her 70’s and went through a very hard time with the flu and a terrible cough from Feb. 22 and finally she is showing signs of improvement; She had all the symptoms of the virus, except the fever. We are wondering if she had contracted the virus Covid-19? I would like to have her tested.
My family member has been in a memory care facility. He was sick in March where he was seen at Sherman Oaks hospital but wasn’t tested. I wish to bring him home now, this extended stay with no contact is very bad for him with memory impairment. He will be living with me and I will be caring for him. The director has stated that they haven’t any cases of the Covid 19 virus, but I feel he should be tested. He’s 69 yrs old and has COPD. I would also like to be tested I’m 73 yrs old had flu like symptoms back in March.
I had the covid19 testing last Wednesday April 8/2020. I am still waiting for the results . my co-worker received last Friday. Both of us had the test the same day. I would like to know who I should contact?
I have only the barcode number.
I haven’t heard back either. Did u find out where or who to contact?
I took my test on the 9th of April and havent gotten a result either..they said a negative you will get a email..a positive you will get a phone call…if you find out who to contact for results please let me know. They sent me a appointment conformation email. I replied to that be no response..thanks
Got tested on April 9..no results yet..they said negative results, u get an email..positive results, u get a phone call..i got a confirmation email that i requested results but no response..if u find out, let me know..thsnks
i was tested on rockwell cyn rd an was given a number, when an how do i find out the results
Can I be tested? I am 61 and have asthma.
I live with my daughter and granddaughter. I am 61, female with pretty severe asthma. My daughter said she tested positive for coronavirus two and a half weeks ago. I would like to be tested also.
kerry@valenciastaffing.com
I was tested 5 days ago at College of the Canyon do you know when I will know my results?
I was tested 6 days ago at College of the Canyon have not heard from no one,please can I have my results soon,
If you get an answer. Please let us know
when do we get a result back??????
OK So How do we get an appointment ???
It’s been over a week and I haven’t received my results.
I tested on the 11th of April, still no results, no phone call nor email. The fire personnel told in two days I will receive one or the other. I also checked my spam folder. What’s going on?
I got tested Friday 4/17 and haven’t heard about my results anyone with any info on where to call or email would be appreciated thank you
I’m 67 yrs old I have had trach for 23 yrs I have dmphazrma and copd in left lung more than right I live 5 grandkids and my daughter who’s 41 goes out and I a lot just want to be tested and no for sure need an appointment
I’m 72 years old and I would like to be tested