COVID-19 Vaccinations

The Official Lenmed Guide

Learn about the role of vaccines in managing the outbreak of COVID-19 and find out about the status of the rollout of the vaccination programme across South Africa.

Please note that the situation remains fluid and all relevant information, processes and guidance will be updated and adjusted as required.

This information is sourced from leading credible sources. All information contained here is merely a guideline. Always visit your healthcare practitioner for any health-related advice or diagnosis.

Why Should We Vaccinate?

If you get vaccinated, there is a 90% chance that you will either not get COVID-19 or get only a mild case of the disease. It […]

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About the COVID-19 Vaccine

The COVID-19 vaccine has shown that it greatly reduces the probability of severe COVID-19 disease and has reduced the number of hospitalizations due to the disease. […]

The Vaccine Rollout

The Government is the sole purchaser of the vaccine and distributes it to both public and private healthcare facilities. Government is sourcing, distributing and overseeing the […]

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After Vaccination

Side Effects You may experience side effects within 7 days of getting vaccinated. The majority of reactions are mild to moderate and resolve within a few […]

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Vaccine FAQs

Read our answers to the most frequently asked questions about COVID-19 vaccinations. 1. What is Herd Immunity? A person who has been vaccinated will have a […]