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COVID-19 Information
FOR IN-BOUND TRAVELERS:
FOR OUT-BOUND TRAVELERS:
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SYMPTOMS:
ONLINE Symptom Checker here. Call the COVID information line to review your symptoms with a nurse. Select option 1 when calling 907-772-5788.
Until you have a negative test, please wear a mask and physically distance from others, especially persons who are unable to be vaccinated or have medical conditions putting themselves at higher risk for serious infection.
Home Antigen Testing Information is HERE
Before coming to Petersburg Medical Center (Patients/Visitors):
Additional Resources:
Directions to Petersburg Medical Center
COVID data in Petersburg
State of Alaska COVID HUB
Current CDC guidelines
- “Walk-in” PCR testing Monday - Saturday, Noon - 4:00 pm, excluding observed holidays. Location: PMC Emergency Department entrance on 2nd Street.
- Register in advance by clicking this LINK. You will need a photo ID and persons 17 and younger need parent/guardian authorization.
- PCR is preferred test. Home antigen tests are also available free in PSG click HERE for more information.
FOR OUT-BOUND TRAVELERS:
- Travel destinations may require PCR testing. For more information about traveling abroad visit the US State Department web page.
- Schedule a PCR test by calling the COVID information line at 907-772-5788. (Testing fees may apply)
- Plan to get up-to-date on your COVID vaccine at least 2 weeks prior to traveling. Vaccine information is HERE. Other vaccinations or health certificates may be required as well, visit CDC Destinations for more information.
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING SYMPTOMS:
ONLINE Symptom Checker here. Call the COVID information line to review your symptoms with a nurse. Select option 1 when calling 907-772-5788.
Until you have a negative test, please wear a mask and physically distance from others, especially persons who are unable to be vaccinated or have medical conditions putting themselves at higher risk for serious infection.
Home Antigen Testing Information is HERE
Before coming to Petersburg Medical Center (Patients/Visitors):
- If you are having any COVID-19 symptoms or feel you have recently been exposed to COVID-19 please call 907-772-5788 before entering the facility.
- PMC is screening all patients, and staff entering the facility at the Emergency Room entrance on Second Street. If you recently tested positive with a home test, please let the screener know. You may be asked to repeat an antigen test to confirm you are no longer infectious.
- Visitors to patients and residents are welcome! We ask you to please call the hospital 907-772-5740 before coming to visit someone in the hospital or in Long Term Care.
- If you would like to schedule an appointment with the Lab or Radiology please call 907-772-5756.
Additional Resources:
Directions to Petersburg Medical Center
COVID data in Petersburg
State of Alaska COVID HUB
Current CDC guidelines