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EMERGENCY

In an emergency, always call triple zero (000) for an ambulance. Ambulances are the safest way to be assessed, treated and transported to the right hospital for the care you need.

Triple zero (000) is a free call from any phone, mobile or phone box.

For less severe but still urgent situations, go to an Emergency Department.

There are 12 public hospital Emergency Departments in Northern NSW Local Health District and they are all available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Emergency departments are located at:

COVID-19 Update: 3 September
Published: 03 Sep 2021

There are no new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in residents of Northern NSW Local Health District.

There were 6,712 tests conducted among local residents in the week of 22 – 28 August, compared to more than 10,000 tests conducted during the previous week.

Acting Chief Executive, Northern NSW Local Health District, Lynne Weir urged people to continue to come forward for testing if they have even mild symptoms.

“If you feel unwell this weekend, please do not delay getting tested. Most people receive their test results back within 24-36 hours,” Ms Weir said.

“When it comes to helping us find and respond to any new cases, testing is our best method.”

High rates of testing are critical to detecting transmission and preventing further spread of COVID-19 in the community.

“If you are thinking it might be better to wait out symptoms, and see what else happens around you before deciding to get a test, please don’t wait.”

“Like any health issue, it’s easier to treat and manage COVID-19, the quicker you receive a diagnosis, so we really encourage people to get tested quickly if they do feel unwell.”

Symptoms of COVID-19 can include a runny nose, scratchy or sore throat, cough, fever, shortness of breath, headache, tiredness, loss of taste or smell, nausea, diarrhoea or muscle aches.

There are more than 475 COVID-19 testing clinics across NSW. To find one near you, visit https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/how-to-protect-yourself-and-others/clinics or contact your GP.

You can find more information about COVID-19 symptoms, and the testing and self- isolation process at Symptoms and testing | NSW Government .

The District urges those eligible in the community to continue to come forward for vaccination. Please check your eligibility and book at https://www.health.gov.au/.