Special Announcement | TestoChecker 2019_nCoV updates | Chatswood, NSW, Australia | Health>Medical Testing – Updated – 24-06-2022
Welcome to the Our Covid-19 Response Page. Here we provide updates on TestoChecker’s operational status and also some useful links to official Australian Government information sources.
The spread of Novel Coronavirus
| It is advised to check State and Territory websites for further COVID-19 related enforcement information. By taking steps to limit the spread of Novel Coronavirus, Australian’s can win the battle. Refer to your local state government for the latest responses to the 2020 Novel Coronavirus event. You can also check restrictions in all states and territories using the COVID-19 Restrictions Checker. TestoChecker Hormone Test Kits is an Australian registered COVID19 Safe Business. COVID-19 Test clinics and Vaccination Hubs; |   |
TestoChecker® 2022 Novel Coronavirus (2019_nCoV) ‘Status Update Page’
– 04.01.2022
Greetings to all,
It’s the first day of business, and sadly, the front pages of Australian newspapers reveal soaring Covid19 case numbers. Talk back radio is fired up, squarely focused on public contempt for pathology companies, who they claim have been opening and closing without warning. Mile long queues of cars sit stagnant, engines idling in the hot summer sun, waiting for Covid tests, all over Australia.
No, this isn’t how we wanted to begin the year, so speaking on behalf of TestoChecker, I join with other Australian SMB’s to call on the Australian Government to act swiftly with regard to what can justifiably be called, critical concerns:
- We call on the government to move swiftly and make the provision of POC Rapid Antigen test kits more freely available in limited numbers to the Australian public. where needed most;
- We join with the growing list of businesses concerned by the reports of price gouging with regard to the sale/supply of Rapid Antigen test kits, in some places, to the highest bidder.
- We would like to see an end to bulk purchase stockpiling by individuals in cases where any sensible explanation cannot be proved at the point of sale.
Australians can handle a setback, but what they cannot take is a blind eye to greedy, exploitative and criminal behaviour, at a time when we are at our most vulnerable.
Sincerely,
Guy Saywell
General Manager, TestoChecker
L 13 465 Victoria Ave, Chatswood, NSW, 2067, Australia.
– 6.12.2021
Are there delays currently at TestoChecker?
If there are delays to either postal delivery time, or lab test time, we make it clear on our bulletin board.
– 12.07.2021
TestoChecker® 2021 Novel Coronavirus (2019_nCoV) ‘Status Update’
(Please note the information provided below may be out of date and shouldn’t be considered accurate at this time. 24-06-2022)
At this time, TestoChecker® has recorded zero instances with regard to positive COVID-19 cases amongst our staff. Our store is open as usual, and our provider businesses also report no interruption to supply of services. We wish all Australian’s well in spite of numerous lockdowns in place, specifically South Western Sydney.
Masks must be worn in the following circumstances:
- supermarket or shopping centre. (currently closed in some regions)
- bank or post office. (currently closed in some regions)
- hairdressing, nail, beauty, tanning or waxing salon, or spa. (currently closed in some regions)
- betting agency and gaming venue. (currently closed in some regions)
- indoor entertainment venue, including cinemas and theatres. (currently closed in some regions)
- places of worship. (check prior to arrival)
- residential aged care facility. (check prior to arrival)
- waiting for, or travelling on public transport – including taxis and ride-share. (check prior to departure)
- tattoo or massage parlour. (currently closed in some regions)
Please note rules vary depending on location.
Latest COVID19 related media releases [09 July 2021]
COVID-19 Test clinics and Vaccination Hubs
Other sources of support:
- Lifeline – 131 114
- NSW Mental Health line – 1800 011 511
- Kids helpline – 1800 551 800
– 10.06.2021
TestoChecker® 2021 Novel Coronavirus (2019_nCoV) ‘Status Update’
TestoChecker continue to operate at full speed with no reported cases of illness to our small team. Likewise, the business we depend on are currently functioning normally.
We encourage all to adhere to any restrictions and requirements which apply in their respective location. More information ca be found below:
- Read about the COVID-19 vaccines approved for use in Australia
- Learn how the Therapeutic Goods Administration reviews and approves vaccines for use in Australia
- COVID-19 vaccination information is available in 63 languages
- More information on COVID-19 vaccination in NSW
– 10.02.2021
TestoChecker® 2021 Novel Coronavirus (2019_nCoV) ‘Status Update’
TestoChecker Administration.
– 05.01.2021
TestoChecker® 2020 Novel Coronavirus (2019_nCoV) ‘Status Update’
IMPORTANT: masks to be worn indoors in Greater Sydney.
[Services NSW] “If you live in Greater Sydney (which includes Wollongong, Central Coast, the Blue Mountains, as well as the southern zone of the Northern Beaches), it is mandatory to wear a face mask indoors, if you are visiting a shop or a business including:
- supermarket or shopping centre
- bank or post office
- hairdressing, nail, beauty, tanning or waxing salon, or spa
- betting agency and gaming venue
- indoor entertainment venue, including cinemas and theatres
- places of worship
- residential aged care facility
- waiting for, or travelling on public transport – including taxis and ride-share
- tattoo or massage parlour
Service NSW Centres also require customers to wear masks.
Children under 12 and those with exemptions are encouraged to wear masks where practical.” – Service NSW. Gov. | Know the rules
#StaysafeAustralia #gettestedforcovid19 #safedistance #2021NovelCoronavirus
– 24.12.2020
TestoChecker® 2020 Novel Coronavirus (2019_nCoV) ‘Status Update’
As you’ve sadly heard, restrictions have been modified for some parts of Sydney for 24-26 December. Reminder of restrictions over Christmas.
#StaysafeAustralia #gettestedforcovid19 #safedistance
– 24.11.2020
TestoChecker® 2020 Novel Coronavirus (2019_nCoV) ‘Status Update’
2020 Novel Coronavirus: As we approach Christmas 2021 after what has been a crazy year, TestoChecker and it’s associated laboratories report no delays currently. Nor are we anticipating delays to test turn-around-time in the foreseeable future.
If you have concerns about your own health, or simply wish to view the latest Australian Government, Coronavirus Updates you will find the links at the top of this page.
#StaysafeAustralia #contactfreetesting
– 24.10.2020
TestoChecker® 2020 Novel Coronavirus (2019_nCoV) ‘Status Update’
TestoChecker hormone test kits continue to operate at full capacity. The No Contact Hormone Testing has proven itself both safe and fast with the exception being mid to late August this year due to AusPost mismanagement (see below).
The laboratories performing the analysis of the hormone test kits is also reporting no delays currently.
– 26.08.2020
TestoChecker® 2020 Novel Coronavirus (2019_nCoV) Management message
2019_nCoV has meant enormous inconvenience for all Australian’s with severe restrictions to movement and trade reimposed in may parts.
Individuals and small business have suffered particularly. But it is young Australian’s who have been cheated the most, robbed of precious childhood time by this tenacious, persistent and adaptive viral infection, 2019_nCoV.
On behalf of TestoChecker and its employees, I would like to offer our sincere sympathy to anyone who is sick, and out praise and admiration to all those on the front line of this silent battle.
We all applaud your efforts.
Guy Saywell | GM
TestoChecker Hormone Test Kits
‘Contact-Free Testing – Australia Wide’
Location: L 13 465 Victoria Ave, Chatswood, NSW, 2067, Australia.
Phone: (02) 9327 1336
Are there delays currently at TestoChecker?
See latest update for test turn-around-time (TRT) interruptions if they apply.
– 13.07.2020
TestoChecker® 2020 Novel Coronavirus (2019_nCoV) ‘Status Update’
TestoChecker Hormone Test Kits and all associated businesses are currently operating normally. Test volume is moderate however it is increasing slowly. TestoChecker took steps early on to adapt our services to not just survive, but to improve. With the rapid introduction of Contact Free Testing [CFT] across the country, we have so far managed to navigate a difficult 2020.
Safe distancing is observed in our Sydney office, and no staff reported sick to date.
This crisis is far from over, and TestoChecker will continue to take the advice provided by the State Government / Safe Work Australia and NSW Health Department.
We hope everyone does the same.
#Stayhomeifyoucan #staysafe #safedistancing #2020NovelCoronavirus #2019_nCoVresponse
– 31.03.2020
TestoChecker® 2020 Novel Coronavirus(Covid-19) ‘Status Update’
The following is a Status Update from TestoChecker® and unless there are any major changes, this will be the only Status Update until the current Coronavirus pandemic abates here in Australia.
- TestoChecker® will continue to operate through this period
- Contact-Free-Testing has been implemented
- Test kits can be purchased and sent out immediately
- Logistics processes for specimen return remain uninterrupted
- Testing schedules remain on time
– 18/03/2020
TestoChecker® 2020 Novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) ‘General Letter’
Greetings,
We hope this message finds you in good health and if not, that you are receiving the best of care. On behalf of TestoChecker® , I felt compelled to provide some information on how we are dealing with the most recent corona-virus outbreak.
Our aim is to continue to operate in a safe way and whilst we have no expectation to “thrive”, we are confident we can survive.
What are we doing about COVID-19?
TestoChecker® has quickly introduced the Contact-Free-Testing option. Test kits purchased this way can be sent back to the laboratory using a supplied Express Post satchel. Using this option means that dropping the samples off at a collection centre is NOT required.
At present, and following consultation with our trusted, connected laboratory’s, there is no expectation of any significant interruption to the services provided by TestoChecker®.
Should this change, we will communicate this to existing Test Kit Holders immediately. In the event that this changes, we will also place a store wide update notice on our website advising of any delays.
On behalf of TestoChecker®, I wish you well during these difficult times.
Guy Saywell
TestoChecker Hormone Test Kits
‘Contact-Free Testing – Australia Wide’
Address: L 13 465 Victoria Ave, Chatswood, NSW, 2067, Australia.
Phone: (02) 9327 1336
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