Netcare said in a statement on 16 March, that they are not doing door-to-door tests for COVID-19.
This was after a social media post surfaced about two people who allegedly go door to door, claiming to be from Netcare assisting the Department of Health with conducting coronavirus tests.
Criminals are taking advantage of the #Coronavirus – Message as received. pic.twitter.com/q59AC7m6IP
— Yusuf Abramjee (@Abramjee) March 15, 2020
Netcare said in a statement, “Netcare has been made aware that criminals are going to homes in various areas, claiming to be from Netcare or Netcare 911, and saying that they are assisting the Department of Health with door-to-door screening for COVID-19 (coronavirus).”
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Netcare advised that should someone claiming to be a representative from Netcare, Netcare 911 or Medicross arrive at your home or business premises claiming to do screenings for the novel coronavirus, do not allow them onto your property or inside your business premises for your own safety.
“Alert the South African Police Services immediately.”
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