Drug council raises concern over looting of COVID19 vaccine in South Africa

The South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) says it remains concerned about the looting of COVID-19 vaccines from pharmacies in Gauteng and Kwazulu-Natal.

Chief Executive Officer, Vincent Tlala informed that they are worried about the loss of pharmaceutical care in affected areas.

Tlala said that they received reports from pharmacists and pharmacy associations that more than 90 pharmacies have been destroyed and looted beyond revival, with Kwazulu-Natal being the hardest hit.

He urged those who looted these medicines and health products to not use them because they are not safe for consumption.