The City Administration of Prijedor held the second meeting titled 'Dialogue with Civil Society Organizations' to strengthen cooperation between the city and civil society organizations (CSOs) for joint project planning and implementation aimed at achieving long-term community goals. The ReLOaD2 project, funded by the European Union in BiH and implemented by UNDP in BiH in collaboration with local communities, supports these efforts. Representatives from various CSOs discussed their plans and challenges, particularly regarding capacity to manage significant projects. The City Administration emphasized the importance of open exchange and dialogue to overcome these challenges and achieve collaboration for the community's long-term goals. This meeting is the second of three planned dialogues to be finalized this year.

Branko Kresojević, a 74-year-old man, embarked on a journey from Prijedor to Belgrade to honor the victims of the Jasenovac concentration camp. He plans to float a large consecrated candle, wheat, wine, and brandy on the Sava River as a tribute. Kresojević has a history of significant voyages with his boat 'Nikola Tesla,' including trips to Paris, Mount Athos, and Chicago. His current endeavor is a long-held dream, delayed previously due to the pandemic. The journey is also a personal homage, reflecting his deep connection to historical memory and cultural heritage.

Exceptionally low temperatures ranging from minus four to minus six degrees Celsius have caused significant damage to fruit crops in Prijedor. Plum crops are completely destroyed, while pears and apples have suffered considerable damage. Despite using irrigation systems, the sudden temperature drop rendered them ineffective. The damage extends to strawberries, which had begun to develop due to previous favorable weather conditions. Fruit growers are disappointed as they had high expectations for this year's yield after last year's frost damage.

The Prijedor Health Center announced the arrival of new vaccine doses at 9:30 AM, with revaccination starting at 10 AM in the 'Mladost' Sports Hall. Citizens scheduled for their second dose on April 12, 13, and 14 will be vaccinated at specific times throughout the day. The Health Center emphasized the need for individuals to bring their ID and vaccination card and urged those not scheduled for these dates to avoid coming to the location to prevent unnecessary crowding. The announcement follows the spoilage of 1,342 vaccines due to a power outage, with a continuous vaccination process planned and further schedules to be announced.

Doctor Danijela Todorović-Grbić, who has always been passionate about extreme sports, has returned to her high school hobby of gliding. After 25 years, she has found time to complete her glider training at Aero-klub Prijedor. Danijela, who also works as a family medicine specialist, shares her journey and the support she received from her family. She discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on her work and the importance of vaccination. Her story is one of dedication, both to her profession and her personal interests.

The Prijedor Health Center has faced repeated issues with vaccine spoilage due to power outages and improper storage in household refrigerators. The acting director, Slobodan Javor, revealed that 1,342 doses of the Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine were recently spoiled, similar to an incident in 2020. Despite previous warnings and the purchase of a professional vaccine refrigerator, the problem persists. The Institute for Public Health and the RS Inspectorate have been involved, but inspections have not identified significant issues. An investigation is ongoing against Javor and HES head Milica Otković.

In Prijedor, the revaccination of citizens continues after 1,300 doses of the Sputnik V vaccine were wasted. Today, 500 citizens over 65 will receive their second dose at the 'Mladost' sports hall. The mayor, Dalibor Pavlović, announced that the Institute of Public Health delivered 500 doses today and expects more in the coming days. Ljubica Baltić, a recipient, expressed satisfaction with the vaccination. The director and head of the Health Center Prijedor are under investigation for the mishandling of the vaccines.

Director of the Institute of Public Health RS, Branislav Zeljković, emphasized the importance of maintaining a 24-hour cold chain and stable electricity supply for vaccine storage. He explained that any disruption in the cold chain compromises vaccine efficacy. The recent power outage in Prijedor led to the spoilage of 1,360 doses of the Sputnjik V vaccine. Measures are being taken to replace the wasted doses, and protocols are in place to ensure proper vaccine handling. The incident highlights the critical need for reliable infrastructure to support public health initiatives.

Former director Slavica Popović claims that the authorities at Dom zdravlja Prijedor could have ensured the cold chain for vaccines, preventing the spoilage of 1,360 doses due to a power outage. She emphasizes that the facility has a generator and UPS systems to maintain power and prevent equipment damage. The incident has drawn criticism and calls for accountability from local officials.

Citizens of Prijedor are in a state of uncertainty after 1,342 Sputnik V vaccines for revaccination spoiled due to a power outage. The revaccination process has been halted, and the public is awaiting information on when it will resume. The local health institution, Dom zdravlja Prijedor, has not provided a new date for the continuation of vaccinations. An investigation has been opened by the Okružno javno tužilaštvo in Prijedor against the acting director of Dom zdravlja Prijedor, Slobodan Javor, and the head of the Hygiene and Epidemiology Service, Milica Otković, regarding the incident. Branislav Zeljković from the Institute for Public Health previously stated that he expects the revaccination to continue this week.