HAMPTON ROADS, VA. (WAVY) — Sentara Healthcare has expanded its drive-thru coronavirus screening and testing locations to include four medical centers.
Two of those centers plan to remain open throughout the weekend; however, drive-thru testing locations will be open on a day-by-day basis as tests allow. Testing will be done based on symptoms.
Drive-thru testing locations:
Sentara CarePlex Hospital: 3000 Coliseum Dr., Hampton
- March 21: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- March 22: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- March 23 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Military Circle: 880 N. Military Hwy., Norfolk
- March 21: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- March 22: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- March 23 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, 2025 Glenn Mithcell Dr., Virginia Beach
- No weekend hours
- March 23 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, 100 Sentara Circ., Wiliamsburg
- No weekends hours
Along with the opening of additional testing locations, Sentara officials have asked residents to heed several precautions amid the virus outbreak.
Before you leave the house, do you have 2 of the 3 symptoms below:
- Fever (100.4 degrees or higher)
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
AND
In the last month, have you been in contact with someone who was confirmed or suspected to have COVID-19, OR have you traveled internationally or to an area with a known COVID-19 outbreak? (Check the latest high-risk travel areas here)
IF NO:
Please, stay home. Continue to follow the CDC recommended prevention methods and monitor for a change in symptoms.
IF YES:
If you are BELOW age 60 and have no other health issues, you should stay home and self-quarantine for 14 days.
If you are OVER age 60 OR have underlying health conditions, please follow these steps:
- Call your healthcare provider for further guidance.
- If you don’t have a primary care provider, view our virtual care options by clicking here or visit one of our drive-thru screening locations.
- If you require immediate medical attention, please call your nearest emergency department. View our list of Sentara emergency departments by clicking here.
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