In an interview with NBS TV, the minister of Health Dr jane Ruth Aceng said the vaccines were meant to be utilized in a mass vaccination exercise in Acholi sub region but were unfortunately utilised.
Relatedly, Aceng said the ministry will also dispose off 297 doses of
Government had secured over 500,000 doses of
Unfortunately, only 100,000 doses of the vaccine were utilised leaving, 400,000 doses to go to waste.
Aceng said the
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She attributed the low uptake to myths and misconceptions about effects of vaccines.
Meanwhile, at least 279 doses of
To boost vaccine storage, government has received a cold chain equipment worth
She said over 1000 fridges to be installed in urban health centres.
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