COVID-19

Northern Health sets up COVID-19 online clinic and information line

Mar 16, 2020 | 6:28 AM

PRINCE GEORGE — Northern Health has set up a COVID-19 Online Clinic and Information line in response to public concerns over the coronavirus.

Northern residents can reach the information by dialing 1-844-645-7811.

“We are launching this service to ensure Northern Health residents have access to information, health advice, and an online clinic to reduce the transmission of COVID-19, while reducing demand on emergency rooms and other health services,” reads a news release.

The service is staffed by nurses, physicians and nurse practitioners, offering virtual screening and assessment for individuals who feel they may have COVID-19 or feel they have been exposed.