Sunday Independent this week spoke to two inmates who said after testing positive, the only thing done for them was to move to a single cell. Speaking on condition of anonymity, the pair said they have been thrown in a dark hole and left alone.
“Its as though they are using the system of staying in a room and hoping the virus leaves your body. If we as infected people don’t get medication, then why are we stressing so much about the virus? Effectively, you just need to stay in your room for 14 or 21 days and drink Panado or Disprin and you will be fine.” The inmates have also accused prison officials of not testing enough in a bid to keep true numbers low.
“Both the isolation and quarantine sites must have electricity, running water, air ventilation, and other necessities. Beside correctional officials, these sites also have professional nurses and sessional medical doctors. This is to ensure that appropriate health care is given to those who may require it.
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