Can you get tired of being afraid?
Friday, July 31, 2020
Some psychologists call it “disaster fatigue” or specifically in this case, “Covid fatigue,” a situation where the sheer volume of information about the ongoing pandemic, the constant stress, fear and helplessness began building in once vigilant citizens, a rising cynicism and even bitterness.
The alertness and commitment that initially greets a disaster like the coronavirus, gives way gradually to incredulity and even a laissez-faire “whatever will be, will be”.
The recent Vaccination Day in Motokwe, orchestrated through collaborative efforts between UNICEF, USAID, BRCS, and the Ministry of Health, underscores a commendable stride towards fortifying child health services.The painful reality as reflected by the Ministry of Health's data regarding the decline in routine immunisation coverage since the onset of the pandemic, is a cause for concern.It underscores the urgent need to address the...