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Anti-vaccine protesters have disrupted operations at a walk-in clinic for new and expectant mothers in Derry/Londonderry, Health minister Robin Swann has said.
The clinic was run by the Western health trust in the Foyle Arena on Saturday afternoon.
Mr Swann said: “This latest protest is contemptible.
“I want to express my gratitude and solidarity to the vaccination team working at the Foyle Arena today. I am pleased to see pregnant women and new mothers coming forward to get protected through vaccination, in line with expert scientific advice. I would encourage more to do so.
“There is sadly no reasoning with these anti-vax crusaders, who remain wedded to their misinformed and distorted agenda. My message to them is simple – you will not divert us from our responsibility to get as many people vaccinated as possible. Vaccination saves lives and reduces levels of serious illness.
“To people who have not yet got their jab, I say please make an informed choice, based on information from trusted sources. Please don’t miss out on the protection that being vaccinated brings.”
Swann condemns 'anti-vax' disruption at clinic pic.twitter.com/ElFzER2smm
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