Warwickshire residents urged to get coronavirus tests if showing symptoms

Residents in Warwickshire are being urged to get tested for coronavirus if they are showing symptoms.

This message has come from Warwickshire County Council after seeing a reduction in the number of people getting tested.

The council is urging anyone with symptoms of coronavirus - even if mild - to get a test if they have:

~ a high temperature

~ a new, continuous cough

~ a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste.

The council says they have a number of mobile testing units in Warwickshire and that it is easy to book a test which can be with a drive through or walk-in service or by have one delivered.

Shade Agboola, Warwickshire County Council’s Director of Public Health, said: “With the reopening of many businesses in the last few weeks, we have seen more and more people out in communities mixing together.

"Unfortunately, as a result of this we are now seeing an increase in cases across the UK, which is a stark reminder that the virus has not gone away.

“Whilst figures continue to remain relatively low in Warwickshire, we are also starting to see a fall in the number of people being tested.

"This could be down to a number of factors, but until more is known, we cannot be complacent. So please, let’s do the right thing for Warwickshire.

"Continue to social distance, especially in public places, wear a face covering, unless you are exempt and wash your hands regularly, especially when you return home from outside and if you have symptoms, stay at home and get a test.

"They may sound like really small things to do, but together those small actions can make a real difference to reduce the spread of the infection and control the virus.

“We are no way near a local lockdown yet, but neither do we want to be, so please take the threat of the virus seriously and play your part.

"It’s not just older people who are impacted by the virus.

"Our data shows an increase in those in their 30s, 40s and 50s, so no one is immune from the infection.

"Only by working together can we reduce the spread of Covid-19 and help to keep Warwickshire safer.”

For more information on booking a test go to: https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/information-coronavirus