Several persons told this publication that they are at a lost, and are raising questions as to why they cannot receive their second dose of the Sputnik V vaccine.
In July, St Vincent and the Grenadines received 50,000 doses of the Russian vaccine, which the World Health Organisation has not yet approved.
A Facebook post by SVG Health on Wednesday 11 August, 2021 stated the following;
“Persons who received the first dose of the Sputnik V Vaccine and were given an appointment to receive their second dose after three weeks, are asked to note that the updated dosing interval for Sputnik V vaccines is now 3 – 12 weeks between doses, with maximum immunity at 12 weeks”.
One of the several persons who contacted News784 said they should have left the state last Saturday; however, not obtaining the second dose, they had to postpone travel.
“I had to put off travelling; I am disappointed. When I received the first dose on 15 July they told me that I should come back on 5 August. However I was told someone would contact me as to when I would be able to receive the second dose”.
“We received 50 thousand doses, and you’re telling me I can’t receive my second dose. What’s happening?. I have spoken to others. We need answers”.
The post on the SVG Health page further stated;
“Persons who have received their first dose of the Sputnik V Vaccine are being assured that they will be notified as soon as the second doses become available”.
The release also said, “If you are scheduled to travel, please contact the Community Nursing Services office at 485- 6133”.
On July 9, Reuters reported that RDIF had notified all foreign partners and vaccine buyers that prolonging the gap between doses to 90 days helps .to increase the immune response slightly.
