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Take the right test to stop the spread of Covid-19

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Even if you don’t have symptoms it’s really important to test regularly for Covid-19 using a symptom free test.

Stay Safe - Stop the spread of Covid by getting the right test.  Symptoms (arrow) PCR test.  No symptoms (arrow) Symptom-free test

Stay Safe - You need to get a PCR test if you have any symptoms.  Symptoms:  a new continuous cough, high temperature, loss of taste or smell

Vulnerable people, such as the elderly or those with underlying health conditions, can still get seriously ill if they catch Covid-19.

It's important that we all keep testing - staff and students who are on campus should get a Covid-19 symptom free (LFD) test twice a week with 3-4 days between tests. This is part of our Covid-Safe Charter.

You can see details of where you can get a Covid test on the portal.

The images in this post, from Medway Council, explain which Covid test you should get.

Got Covid symptoms?

If you develop any Covid-19 symptoms, such as a cough, a high temperature or a loss of taste or smell, you must get a PCR test straight away.

No symptoms? Testing is still important

Even if you don’t have symptoms it’s really important to test regularly for Covid-19 using a symptom free (LFD) test.

1 in 3 people with Covid-19 do not have symptoms but can still pass the virus on to others without realising it.

Thank you for getting regular tests and helping to keep everyone in our communities safe.