Rural health care facilities are moving to an appointment only system for lab work starting Monday May 4, 2020.

That includes the High River, Vulcan and Claresholm Hospitals and the Okotoks Wellness Centre.

It's aimed at controlling traffic in and out of healthcare facilities.

AHS has already limited outpatient activity at acute care and urgent care facilities as part of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

But, many rural facilities offer the only laboratory services in the community and with small waiting areas there isn't room for social distancing.

Appointment-only lab work will improve safety for rural patients at high risk for severe illness, such as those with compromised immune systems.

For lab services at any of the locations listed below call: 1-877-868-6848 or book online at: http://www.calgarylabservices.com/

High River Hospital
Black Diamond Oilfields General Hospital
Okotoks Health and Wellness Centre
Claresholm General Hospital
Vulcan Health Centre

Banff Mineral Springs Hospital
Canmore General Hospital
Strathmore District Health Services
Didsbury District Health Services

 

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