Google has announced that a number of its online services, including Search, Google Assistant, and Maps, will now assist users in finding authorized COVID-19 test centers in their towns.
Working closely with @ICMRDELHI & @mygovindia, Google Maps, Google Assistant and Search are now beginning to surface testing centres in Hindi, English & 7 regional languages. Before going to a testing centre, call the Govt. of India helpline – 1075 & get a doctor’s prescription. pic.twitter.com/VOichzCLH9
Finding information about testing centers on Google search is very easy. You can just search for ‘coronavirus testing’ or ‘COVID testing’ on the app or the website. That will get you the complete list of authorized COVID-19 testing centers around you.
On Assistant, users will now see a ‘Testing’ tab on the search results page while using keywords like ‘coronavirus testing’. Tapping on that will get you a list of nearby testing labs along with key information and guidance. Do note that the tab will also be available on Google Search.
Meanwhile, searching for the aforementioned keywords on Google Maps will yield a list of nearby testing labs. The service will also offer a link to Google Search for the government-mandated eligibility requirements. On all three apps, Google will show whether the center is run by a private entity or if it is government-owned. This will possibly help you get a better idea of the service and expenditure.
