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Dispute over drug dispensary heats up

Monday, August 14, 2023 | 260 Views |

The drug dispensary nightmare took a surprising twist when the Botswana Nurses Union (BONU) strongly opposed a recent directive from Dr Pamela Smith-Lawrence, the director of Health Services at the Ministry of Health, dated August 11, 2023.

The directive, which grants nurses and midwives the authority to dispense medication, has sparked controversy and raised concerns amongst patients and the public.

Central to BONU’s objection is the apparent lack of a clear legal foundation supporting the director's directive. BONU officials have pointed out the absence of specific enabling legislation that justifies granting nurses and midwives the responsibility of medication dispensation.

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Dispute over drug dispensary heats up

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