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Mobile testing units this Saturday in Keighley and Bowling, Bradford
Walk-in mobile testing units will be in place in the Bradford District this Saturday to make it easier for local people who think they might be infected with Covid-19 to get tested quickly.
No appointment is necessary for the mobile units, which are run by armed forces staff as part of the national coronavirus testing programme.
The units are available for anyone who has symptoms of Covid-19, such as a high temperature, a new cough, or a change in sense of taste or smell, or thinks they may have the virus.
There will be someone on site to register everyone onto the NHS Track and Trace portal and there will be access to toilet facilities nearby.
The mobile units will be at the following locations from 10am to 4pm:
Saturday, 11 July
- The Leisure Centre, Keighley car park
Hard Ings Road, Victoria Park, Keighley BD21 3JN
- Flockton Road car park,
Bradford BD4 7RH
Strict infection control measures will be in place to ensure the testing units are operated with the highest levels of public health safeguards.
People who have symptoms of Covid-19 are not allowed to use public transport so those attending the centre will have to make their own way there
A face covering will need to be worn, and social distancing must also be followed at all times, when at the site and while travelling to and from it.
Bradford District’s first walk-in testing centre in Centenary Square in the city centre opened earlier this week. It is used for both pre-booked appointments, as well as a limited number of drop-in tests. Results should be made available within 24-72 hours.
For more information about NHS Test and Trace visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/nhs-test-and-trace-how-it-works.
To book an appointment at a test centre, visit https://www.nhs.uk/ask-for-a-coronavirus-test.
Do you need help or support?
 If you need help or have a particular need please ring and talk to one of our friendly team who will take some details and pass them onto the relevant service. Call 01274 431000 or for BSL text 07790 347389.
We can help by:
- helping you get a priority shopping delivery slot
- arranging food parcels for people on the government shielded list who need them
- ringing for a friendly chat
- referring people who are not shielded who need emergency food to one of the district's food banks
See our website for more information about local support and volunteering to help others.
Stay at home as much as possible
During this time, work from home if you can. When you do go out:
- avoid public transport if possible
- wear a face covering if you do use public transport and in busy places
- keep your distance from people who are not in your household
- wash or sanitise your hands regularly
- use cashless payment if possible
If you or anyone in your household has coronavirus symptoms, you must all self-isolate
See the latest Government guidance on staying alert and safe.
Are you concerned about someone's safety?
If you have a concern about the safety of a child or a vulnerable adult, do not keep it to yourself. Report your concern on the Safer Bradford website. We’re available 24/7, 365 days a year.
Or call:
- For children 01274 435600 (01274 431010 out of office hours)
- For adults 01274 431077 (01274 431010 out of office hours)
- If someone is at immediate risk of harm call 999
Don’t think, “What if I’m wrong?”. Think, “What if I’m right!”
Use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service
Use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service if:
- you feel you cannot cope with your symptoms at home
- your condition gets worse
- your symptoms do not get better after 7 days
Only call 111 if you cannot get help online.
Helpful links
UK Government guidance and support
NHS coronavirus advice and information
Bradford district coronavirus advice and information
Support for local businesses
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