Bixby –  Axis HealthCare has seen a 300% increase in positive COVID cases including among younger patient populations.

Michael Sanchez, Axis Laboratory Administrator, said “There’s a definite increase in COVID cases. Back when we first started testing there was an 8-10% positive result rate. Now, with the  new variant it has gone up to 30-35%.”

The surge of the Delta variant has changed the way health professionals are looking at COVID-19. The most common symptoms that Axis HealthCare is seeing in patients are fatigue, shortness of breath, fever, and sore throat.

Axis has also noticed that younger patients from the mid-to-late 20-year-olds are testing positive more frequently. With schools back in session they expect the numbers are likely to increase.

Axis offers PCR testing with next day results. The PCR is the most accurate test on the market and is able to detect the new variant as opposed to some rapid tests.  Most major insurances such as Medicare and Medicaid are still paying for Covid-19 testing. If a patient doesn’t have insurance, Axis HealthCare is able to utilize the CARES Act so there is no out-of-pocket.

Axis Clinical Director, Christie Thompson said, “The best thing you can do for yourself and others is to get tested as soon as you feel any symptoms or know you have been potentially exposed.”

For more information visit Axis HealthCare at AxisHealth.net for your local testing site or call  918-943-3790.

Axis HealthCare is a Christian-based, locally owned and operated primary care facility located in Bartlesville, Bixby, Inola, Pryor and Sapulpa. They offer a variety of health services ranging  from sick visits to pain management.

All locations are administering drive thru PCR COVID  testing with no out-of-pocket cost. No appointment is needed. Their tests are done by an in-house laboratory so, results are distributed within a 24 – 48 hour window.