Are you 50 years and older? It’s your turn to get vaccinated
The Tshwane metro has opened its vaccination sites to people 50 years and older.
Are you 50 years and older? Now is your turn to get the Covid-19 vaccine.
The Tshwane metro has announced that starting from Monday, July 5, people aged 50 to 59 years can now visit their nearest public vaccination site to get their jabs.
“To keep the vaccination programme moving efficiently, the 50 plus group is encouraged to bring their ID, proof of registration as well as their medical aid details for those who have one,” said health MMC Sakkie du Plooy.
“Residents who experience challenges with registration can approach our health officials who always stand ready to assist.”
Du Plooy said those with medical aid could approach private institutions who provide vaccination services to make the necessary arrangements for the jab.
He said the rollout of the 50 years and older vaccination programme was expected to put additional pressure on the health system and urged residents to be patient and co-operate with health officials at vaccine sites.
“The current third wave continues to rage on faster with increased Covid-19 infections. Current statistics clearly indicate that Tshwane is experiencing a much higher infection rate than in the first and second waves,” he said.
“It is not important where one gets vaccinated, but what matters is getting the vaccine so we can reach herd immunity and protect ourselves, family and friends as well as the rest of the people of Tshwane.”
Du Plooy said both private and public hospitals in Tshwane were filling up and health officials continued to be over worked in an effort to save lives.
“I would also like to remind all our people that it is now more important than ever to diligently adhere to safety protocols,” he said.
“Keep your distance, wash your hands regularly, sanitise and avoid public gatherings. People who can effectively work from home are encouraged do so.”
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