Drive-through test centre launched at BIECC

TDT | Manama

Minister of Health Faeqa Saeed Al Saleh yesterday launched the all-new drive-through COVID-19 testing centre at Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre in Sanabis. Al Saleh highlighted the Ministry’s continued efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, including modernising and facilitating testing methods aimed at safeguarding citizens and residents. The Health Minister further highlighted the national efforts of Team Bahrain, especially the health workers and volunteers who have responded tirelessly to the call of duty to ensure that the Kingdom’s collective health is safeguarded.

Al Saleh noted that the services provided by the COVID-19 drive-through testing centre will facilitate the final testing process for individuals in self-isolation, adding that they would need to book their appointments via the “BeAware” app three days before their self-isolation period is due to finish. She further noted that the COVID-19 drive-through centre will be in operation every day of the week, from 8am to 8pm.

Al Saleh indicated that the testing process would take five minutes on average, noting that the centre houses eight stations designated for collecting information and a medical sample from individuals. Al Saleh noted that final medical test results will be available online on the Ministry’s website. Al Saleh emphasised that the COVID-19 drive-through testing centre further supports the goals of the Kingdom’s National Campaign to Combat COVID-19, and will contribute to the Kingdom’s dedicated efforts to ensure the safety and health of the community.