More space needed for vaccination in Mandeville

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More space needed for vaccination in Mandeville

MANDEVILLE, Manchester: The health authorities in Manchester are now seeking additional space in Mandeville to continue its vaccination programme, which it kicked off on Wednesday with front-line healthcare workers at the Mandeville Regional...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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