Two asymptomatic Covid testing centres open in Mansfield - and we went along to see what happens

Two asymptomatic testing centres for coronavirus have been introduced into the area, so the Mansfield Chad’s community reporter went along to see what happens.
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The two coronavirus testing centres are based at Oak Tree Leisure Centre on Jubilee Way and the One Call Football Stadium on Quarry Lane have been set up for Mansfield residents to get tested regularly, after studies showed as many as one in three could have the virus without displaying symptoms.

The sites are for those without coronavirus symptoms and use lateral flow tests, with results usually available within an hour, via text message and email.

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Arriving at the test centre, everything was clearly signposted and I was given a registration card. You can either sign up by scanning the QR code, or for those without a smartphone, one of the site coordinators can assist in getting your registration completed.

The testing centre is located at the One Call StadiumThe testing centre is located at the One Call Stadium
The testing centre is located at the One Call Stadium

Once inside, you are directed to a booth which is sanitised between tests, and you are given instructions on how to take your own swabs by a helper.

The whole test process itself took around two minutes, and I had my results within ten minutes of returning home.

You are advised to get tested twice a week if you are able, to try and help drive down infection rates in the town.

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Tests are available for asymptomatic individuals, aged 18-65 years, who live and work in Mansfield.

Rapid community testing for those without symptoms is also available at Oak Tree Leisure Centre.Rapid community testing for those without symptoms is also available at Oak Tree Leisure Centre.
Rapid community testing for those without symptoms is also available at Oak Tree Leisure Centre.

No appointments are needed and the opening hours are: Oak Tree – Tuesdays to Saturdays, from 7am to 3pm and One Call stadium - Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9am to 7pm and Sundays, 10am to 2pm.

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