Chester & Caledonia satellite clinic blood collection, drop-offs temporarily unavailable

Blood collection and specimen sample drop-offs at Our Community Health Centre in Chester and North Queens Medical Centre in Caledonia are temporarily unavailable. 

Blood collection services are available at many locations throughout the Western Zone. They require a booked appointment. For more information on blood collection locations and times, visit Nova Scotia Health’s website: http://www.nshealth.ca/blood-collection

People who would usually drop off a specimen sample for testing (e.g. urine, stool, etc.) at either location can now do so at South Shore Regional Hospital, Queens General Hospital, Fishermen’s Memorial Hospital, or another location offering this service. 

Find specimen drop off locations online: Specimen Testing | Nova Scotia Health (nshealth.ca)

People who need help with transportation can follow these links for transportation information and options:

• Queens County Transit
• Lunenburg County Wheels (lcwheels.ca)
• Rural Rides - Rural Transportation Association
• 211 Nova Scotia for community resources and supports  

Work is ongoing to address staffing challenges to restore these lab services as soon as possible. 

YourHealthNS helps Nova Scotians navigate the healthcare system. Download the app to find information easier and faster, right from a mobile device or computer. Nova Scotians without a mobile device can access YourHealthNS online:  https://www.yourhealthns.ca/

For emergency department times and locations, visit: https://www.nshealth.ca/emergency-care

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