Alberta will be changing its approach to COVID-19 testing, with a new format that prioritizes at-risk populations and those at the highest risk of exposure.

The changes, announced by Alberta Health on Monday, mean travellers returning to the province after March 12 who have mild symptoms will no longer be tested for the novel coronavirus.

Instead, they will be asked to self-isolate at home and away from others. “This change is effective going forward,” a news release stated. “So anyone who has already been told by Health Link that they will be tested will still get tested.” Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr.

Deena Hinshaw said the change will allow Alberta’s testing capacity to focus on those most at risk. “This is consistent with the

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