By Dinitha RathnayakeThe Covid-19 vaccination programme for 12-19-year-olds diagnosed with cancer, which commenced at the Maharagama Apeksha Hospital on 4 October, has seen some delays due to parents’ fears over getting their children vaccinated, according to consultant microbiologist in charge of the programme Dr. Samanmalee Gunasekera. Speaking to the media yesterday (10) regarding the progress of the hospital’s vaccination programme, Dr. Gunasekara stated: “This vaccination process is not going fast because of the fears of parents. “Children from all over the country come to our hospital for treatment. In case of any emergency, we have a separate team for that treatment as well,” Dr. Gunasekera added. The Covid-19 vaccination programme for children over 12 years of age who are suffering from chronic diseases commenced on 24 September from the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children (LRH) in Colombo.

Source: The Nation October 10, 2021 17:48 UTC