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COVID-19 case in St Arnaud

St Arnaud has recorded a COVID-19 case after a person presented to the St Arnaud hospital feeling unwell on Tuesday.

The patient subsequently tested positive for COVID-19 and is now in isolation.

 East Wimmera Health Service advised the community that every staff member who came into contact with the patient is being tested.

 Services at the St Arnaud hospital have been interrupted as a result.



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 People seeking to use the urgent care service should instead visit another EWHS campus, the closest being Donald.

 All outpatient services will be affected and patients should call first to be advised of alternative arrangements.

 Residents of the St Arnaud district should monitor for symptoms and if symptomatic, isolate immediately, arrange a test and remain isolated until further notice.

 If symptoms are severe or deteriorating – call 000 immediately.

Further information will be provided as it becomes available.