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Due to high vaccination rates, a reduction in the number of COVID-19 cases and a lowered demand for Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs), the provincial RAT programs will be winding down starting on June 30. All COVID-19 Assessment Centres will also be closed as of June 30.
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“After June 30, 2023, those at highest risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19 including high-priority communities will continue to have access to free rapid tests through existing channels (e.g., long-term care, etc.),” said Susan Healey, of the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit. “As of July 4, RATs will be available through our local Health Unit Offices and service sites during operating hours while provincial supplies last. While RAT test will be available to the public, we remind anyone with symptoms to isolate. When symptoms improve/resolve you should wear a mask for the 10 days following symptoms onset when out in public. Staying home when sick, getting vaccinated when eligible and washing your hands/covering your cough or sneeze are still recommended to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses including COVID-19 even during the summer.”
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