As of 10am, Monday, March 30, there are now eight confirmed positive results in the Bega Valley, eight in the Eurobodalla and two in the Cooma-Monaro.

It follows the official testing of 679 people across the three local government areas.

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Ten tests have been conducted in Bombala, but there are no positive cases in the region.

The numbers have increased from Thursday, when there were seven in the Bega Valley, four in the Eurobodalla and one in the Cooma-Monaro.

Southern NSW Local Health District Public Health Unit is in contact with each confirmed case and their close contacts, advising them to self-isolate for 14 days from when they were last with the confirmed case.

"They have also been advised to seek medical attention should they experience symptoms," a Southern NSW LHD spokesperson said.

"Identifying close contacts ensures that those people who may be at risk take the necessary steps to avoid any further transmission."

The spokesperson said it is essential everyone plays a part in containing the spread of COVID-19 by practising good hygiene measures including:

Southern NSW LHD has established COVID-19 Assessment Centres throughout the district, so those with symptoms may be tested and treated quickly.

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Any one heading to an assessment centre must call the SNSWLHD Central Intake Service - 1800 999 880 (option 1) before attending.

You will only be tested if you fit the COVID-19 testing criteria.

This testing can take up to two days to complete and report back.

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