The testing criteria for COVID-19 has been expanded at all COVID-19 clinics and testing sites across Western Australia.
Those who can be tested includes anyone:
- presenting with a fever (≥38°C)
- with a history of a fever in the last few days OR
- with an acute respiratory infection e.g. shortness of breath, cough, sore throat
Patients will be screened and where appropriate tested, provided with appropriate information and referred for further medical treatment if necessary. The criteria for testing will be updated according to changes in the disease pattern in WA.
People who do not meet the criteria will not be tested.
People who are tested and well enough will be asked to self-isolate while they await test results, which is generally 48 hours. Anyone who is confirmed to have COVID-19 who does not require hospitalisation will be asked to stay in home isolation as instructed by the public health team.
Read more in the COVID Clinics - Frequently asked questions (external PDF 278KB).
The community is reminded that the clinics are not intended to replace the medical care available through their GP.
If you are seriously unwell outside of clinic hours please visit your nearest emergency department or call 000 for urgent attention.
Clinic location
The COVID Clinic at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital is located in C Block, Hospital Avenue, QEII Medical Centre. Signs are in place at the hospital to direct you to the clinic.
Please use outside pathways to access the clinic and do not enter hospital buildings.
Information for the community
Read information for the community about COVID-19 (HealthyWA)
Read simple steps to protect yourself from viruses (HealthyWA)
Watch short videos about COVID-19
Visit the WA Health YouTube channel (external link) to watch a series of short videos covering common questions about COVID-19
Information for health professionals, employers and industries
Visit the Department of Health (external site) for information for health professionals, aged care, travel and tourism, employers and other industries, including daily snapshots.