Pharmacy students develop eyesight problems after lab session
The Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University has confirmed that 31 students were admitted to hospitals in Tshwane after developing eyesight problems on Thursday afternoon during their laboratory practical session.
The Bachelor of Pharmacy III students were admitted to the Tshwane District Hospital (10 students) and Pretoria West Hospital - Folateng (21 students).
In a statement, the University says the laboratory was closed with immediate effect for investigations.
"The academic activities for Bachelor of Pharmacy III students have been suspended with immediate effect. The Dean of the School will determine the commencement date of the academic activities for the class, taking into account the health and safety of the students affected.
"Through the Department of Student Affairs, the psychosocial support services will be enlisted for all the affected students and other members of the class who have not presented these and related symptoms."
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