War Memorial combines COVID-19 and influenza testing
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SAULT STE. MARIE As of Monday, War Memorial Hospital will be offering a combined COVID-19 and influenza A/B test at the Self Serve Drive-Thru.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends co-testing for COVID-19 and influenza if you are experiencing symptoms of either condition. One nasal swab sample will be tested for influenza A and B and COVID-19. Hours of operation are from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday.
To get a test, it is located at the Self Serve Bin near War Memorial’s Nolte Street entrance. Once completed, drop it off in the drop off box inside the Nolte Street entrance. People are asked to wait five days after exposure before testing.
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As of Wednesday, data from the State of Michigan website showed that there have been 709 cumulative cases and 1,010 cumulative probables of COVID-19 in Chippewa County.
There have been 25 deaths relating to the virus.
On Tuesday, it was reported by the Chippewa County Health Department that 1,657 people have recovered.
Compared to last week’s totals, there had been 707 confirmed cases, 1,011 probable cases and 25 deaths due to COVID-19 in Chippewa County. Per the health department, there had been 1,594 people who have recovered from the virus.
War Memorial Hospital and Sugar Island Emergency Medical Services are bringing a COVID-19 vaccination clinic to Sugar Island from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Feb. 26 at the Sugar Island Town hall. Vaccinations will be given by appointment only to individuals over the age of 65 and a resident of Chippewa County. To schedule an appointment, call (906) 253-1003.