As more workplaces reopen gradually, regional screening centres will be deployed progressively across the island to support Covid-19 testing, said MOH on Mon. Two of these centres — at the Old Police Academy and The Float @ Marina Bay — began operations on June 2. Two more centres will be set up on June 8 at the Bukit Gombak Sports Hall and Bishan Sports Hall with another centre underway at a former sepak takraw sports hall at 2 Bedok North St 2. “Where possible, regional screening centres will be located in places that are easily accessible to support the screening needs in the community,” said MOH. The centres — which do not take walk-in requests for screening — are set up with proper infection control measures and observe strict safe distancing requirements. Individuals who are unwell or have medical concerns should consult their primary care doctors, and will be referred for screening at the centres if necessary. HPB was appointed to set up these centres which were first deployed at temporary sites in May to carry out screening services for preschool staff before the reopening of preschools last week.... Continue Reading