Local Hospitals Demanding US$3 000 For 'Proper' COVID-19 Treatment
3 years agoSat, 02 Jan 2021 18:26:07 GMT
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The cost of COVID-19 treatment in Zimbabwe’s hospitals has shot through the roof with the chances of getting successful treatment now dependent on how much money and influence you have.
According to ZIMPRICECHECK.COM, a prominent local doctor said that if you want proper treatment you have to be willing to pay the following costs:
- Doctors will demand US$250 per visit i.e. consultation if you are suspected of having COVID-19. This includes the cost of PPE and other materials they need to handle your case
- You will need to pay about US$75 for the actual COVID-19 test also known as the PCR test
- Other tests will also need to be carried out resulting in costs that will average about US$400 per day
- The total cost for the estimated 5 days you will need treatment is about US$3 000.00
- In fact, some hospitals are already demanding a deposit of US$5 000.00
To save your hard-earned US$3 000, there are a few things you can do to avoid contracting the novel coronavirus – SARS-CoV-2 – or its variant recently detected in South Africa – 501.V2. Here is what to do:
- Stay at home
- If possible work from home
- Behave responsibly and stop engaging in risky behaviour, for example, hosting and attending parties
- Wear your mask
- Practice social distancing
- Avoid travelling unnecessarily
- Avoid large gatherings