Brave healthcare workers share daily challenges in coronavirus fight

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Increased hours and, at times, with inadequate protective gear, the men and women in health facilities are putting on brave faces and saving lives.

The country’s confirmed cases have breached the 1500 mark with seven people having died with the virus. Among those infected have been health-care providers. Over 10 doctors have tested positive for Covid-19 in the country.

“It isn’t easy being in the front line whenever there is any kind of outbreak and, although we do take necessary precautions, you just never know. Medical technologist Matshidiso Tlou said although she didn’t interact with patients on a day-to-day basis, just being in an environment like a hospital is scary as anything can happen. Her duties include the testing of specimens.

“The employer expects you to work and be essential with no extra remuneration or personal protective equipment. By not having those, we are now posing a threat to the very same communities we are supposed to serve and protect,” she said. “My biggest fear is taking the virus home to my child, but at the end of the day, I have to do my job and serve my country. That is very important right now.”

 

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