Contrary to the theory of “unnecessary” millions, vaccines ran out this week. And there will be no replacement.
Last month, November, we shared that the Government was making an unnecessary investment in vaccination in pharmacies against flu and COVID-19.
It would be an exaggerated 7.6 million euros. This year, pharmacies were administering fewer vaccines than last year, and than health centers.
This is because eligible Portuguese people – aged 60 to 84 – are hesitant, or even refuse the vaccine. Health centers were “getting the job done” with older people, said the National Association of Pharmacies.
But, after all, the same National Association of Pharmacies now reveals that the vaccines are sold out. E there will be no replacement.
According to the radio, the search he was superior as expected; Many people outside the priority groups decided to get vaccinated, something that health authorities did not expect.
Furthermore, in this campaign there were fewer vaccines in pharmacies. Precisely because the experience of previous years predicted lower demand.
But people who belong to risk groups do not have to worry. The National Health Service (SNS) has enough doses for everyone: the elderly, people with chronic illnesses and healthcare professionals. And all without paying for the vaccine.
The people who are not in the risk groups and are unable to get vaccinated in pharmacies. There is no point buying for the future, because there will be no replacement.
As recommendations In these cases, the usual ones are: frequent hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette, avoiding close contact in case of symptoms and use of a mask in higher risk environments.
Overall, the idea remains that the Portuguese are looking for the vaccine more against flu and COVID-19. Even though they are healthy.
