Pholosong Hospital runs out of vaccine
“How do they run out of vaccine when they had a record of the people who applied with confirmed dates and time?” he asked.
Tsakani – A group of residents who visited Pholosong Hospital to receive their Covid-19 vaccine were turned away, sighting the hospital had run out of vaccine.
Among those who were turned away was Robin Park, who said he applied online and received a date and time to be at the hospital.
“I was shocked when the security guard told us they were done with the vaccination for the day and I should return the following day.
“I have taken the day off work to receive my shot but now I am told I have to return.
“How do they run out of vaccine when they had a record of the people who applied with confirmed dates and time?” he asked.
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Park added the hospital has to plan better to accommodate because their mistake is inconveniencing patients.
The acting CEO at the hospital, Dr Nthabiseng Makgana, urged those who were turned away to come for their shot on Friday morning or call the hospital for a follow-up appointment on 011 812 5000.
“We assure them they will be prioritised.”
The CEO explained the hospital opened its vaccination site to the public two weeks ago.
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“Since we started, we vaccinated about 60-70 people a day and also welcome walk-ins.
“This morning we vaccinated 72 residents, which includes the healthcare workers. Unfortunately, we ran out of available dosages.
“I was informed that the pharmacy was still expecting another delivery of the vaccine,” she explained.
Makgana urged residents to follow the Covid-19 regulations, which include social distancing, stay at home and washing their hands.
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