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DLSUMC: New normal, new programs and services

April 8, 2021 | 9:34 am

The pandemic has challenged the way we do things, particularly in health care. Aware of the worries and concerns of their patients, DLSUMC devised new ways by which patients can continue to take care of their health and well-being while assuaging their fears and safety concerns.

 

Rt-PCR testing for COVID-19

RT-PCR COVID testing

The DLSMHSI molecular laboratory, the Cavite De La Salle COVID-19 Diagnostic Center (CDCDC) conducts RT-PCR testing, the gold standard in detecting the SARS-COV-2 virus which causes COVID-19. It was established in partnership with the Provincial government of Cavite, thus the laboratory processes specimens from cities and municipalities all over Cavite.


To provide a safe space for non COVID suspects, particularly for those who need COVID-19 clearance for medical procedures, the CDCDC has set up a spacious and open-air swabbing center. Those who have had exposure to a COVID positive patient or are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 are not swabbed at this center and are instead directed to the Emergency Room or their respective local health offices for proper assessment. To ensure crowd control, swabbing is strictly by appointment. Patients can book an appointment thru Messenger at “La Salle COVID Testing Center” or email at covidlab@dlshsi.edu.ph.

 

Rapid Antigen Testing
The rapid antigen test uses nasal or nasopharyngeal swab specimens to check if the person had an active COVID-19
infection. Results are available 3 hours after swabbing.

The Rapid Antigen Testing can only be availed by booking an appointment a day before the preferred schedule. Patients can call DLSUMC’s Laboratory at (046) 481-8000/ (02) 8988-3100, local 1208 or 0956 820 7489, 8:00am -4:00 PM daily.
Collection of swab specimens is from Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

 

Rapid antigen and antibody test

Rapid antibody testing
This test determines if a patient’s immune system has developed antibodies that fight the COVID-19 virus. Just like RT-PCR testing and rapid antigen testing, rapid antibody testing can be availed thru booking an appointment by

calling the DLSUMC Laboratory between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM daily.

DLSUMC also offers Onsite Rapid Antibody Testing for organizations and companies, with a minimum requirement of 50 persons. For inquiries, call DLSUMC’s Sales Unit at (046) 481-8013 or (02) 8988-3100, local 8013. VaccinExpress drive-thru vaccination program. You can now get protected from various diseases without having to step out of your car!

VaccinExpress: Drive-thru vaccination

DLSUMC now offers VaccinExpress, a convenient vaccination process for the community thru its drive-thru vaccination program that will help them to get their immunizations on schedule. Th e following vaccines are available through

VaccinExpress:

  • Pneumococcal vaccine (Pneumonia)
  • Influenza (flu) vaccine
  • Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine
  • Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine
  • Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine
  • Anti-rabies vaccine
  • Tetanus and Diphtheria vaccine
  • Hepatitis B vaccine

To avail, you can book an appointment by calling the DLSUMC Immunization Center at (046) 481-8000 or (02) 8988-3100, local 1344 or text 0967 925 4626 on Mondays- Fridays, 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM. VaccinExpress is available Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

 

Onsite vaccination program
For communities and organizations who want their constituents to be vaccinated at their own locations, DLSUMC offers an onsite vaccination program for the influenza and pneumococcal vaccines. Skilled medical practitioners who will perform the vaccination will be sent over by DLSUMC to the group’s preferred location. Only a minimum of 50 persons to be vaccinated is required to request an onsite vaccination service. For inquiries, call DLSUMC Sales Unit at (046) 481-8013 or (02) 8988-3100, local 8013.

 

Diabetes Education virtual counseling
The pandemic is no reason for diabetic patients and their family not to get supportive information on how their diabetic loved one can have a normal and productive life. Our diabetic patients and their care givers and family members can now get counselling while in the comforts of their home!

To attend virtual comprehensive diabetes education and nutrition counseling sessions, all you have to do is book for an appointment. For inquiries, call the Diabetes Education Center at (046) 481-8000/ (02) 8988-3100, local 1344 or 1183.

So see? Being healthy and well is very important at all times, but much more so during a public health emergency such as this pandemic, where our health and total well-being is challenged every day. So don’t forget to take care of yourself and your family in a safe way as we all fight our way out of this pandemic!

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