Over 52 000 healthcare workers vaccinated in SA thus far

Over 52 000 healthcare workers vaccinated in SA thus far

More than 52 000 frontline healthcare workers have been vaccinated against Covid-19 across South Africa in the first eight days of the campaign.

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Statistics released by Health Minister Zweli Mkhize show that by 6pm on Thursday, a total of 52 647 healthcare workers have been inoculated under the Sisonke Protocol.

A further 1 676 cases were recorded in just 24 hours, bringing the total number of Covid-19 cases in the country to 1 509 124.

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South Africa’s recoveries now stand at 1 424 401 - with the recovery rate standing firm at 94%.

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