Vaccines are fragile biological substances that reduce in quality and safety if exposed to temperatures outside of the appropriate temperature range. Failure to follow vaccine handling and cold chain guidelines may result in a lack of defense against COVID-19. Cold chain temperature excursions result in a cumulative, severe, and irreversible Read more…
In the grand scheme of our COVID-19 battle, our best weapon is vaccines! With this in mind, it only fits to ensure proper handling and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines. As vaccines are a high-value commodity, protecting them is a must. The best efforts to avoid spoilage and wastage should be Read more…
There is a welcome development in Pfizer’s vaccine storage! The US Food and Drug Administration recently gave the green light to store Pfizer’s covid vaccine in standard refrigeration. The storing can last at least a month. On the other hand, the Department of Health Canada authorized the Pfizer vax for Read more…
Reefer trailer temperature monitoring has long been a staple of logistics providers. This is the method ensuring that the temperature within the vehicle is maintained at its set threshold. By installing proper equipment for its refrigeration units. They are the go-to delivery trailer for perishable items. A refrigerated trailer is Read more…
Pharmaceutical drugs are fragile and, at the same time, very crucial to our survival. These drugs tend to be susceptible to time and temperature changes. When exposed to the wrong environment, these drugs may be rendered ineffective. This is why everyone in the industry is responsible for ensuring the drugs’ Read more…
The COVID-19 pandemic swept the globe into turmoil. It brought a global health crisis, causing not only deaths but economic disaster. After a year, the world is putting their hope into the newly developed vaccines to get back on their feet and normal lives. Countries are investing in these vaccines Read more…
In the world of pharmaceuticals, a power source is an asset. Power supports all the parameter lifelines associated with the vaccine cold chain. That includes temperature, humidity, and all the other environmental parameters. So, imagine how much disturbance a sudden power outage can do? It causes a domino effect. When Read more…
The Role of United States Pharmacopeia (USP) The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) is working to help protect patient safety. They build standards to supply safe and quality medicine. USP 800 provides some specific criteria for the secure handling of such medications. These standards aim to lessen exposure to hazardous drugs. Read more…
When Covid-19 first emerged, the global freight shipping industry was temporarily paralyzed since it may serve as a portal for the disease to spread. However, the industry has since emerged with a new purpose and transformed processes. The Covid-19 pandemic has brought about the need for digitalization of tracking and Read more…
Cold chain monitoring has never been at the forefront of the conversation up until the COVID-19 pandemic struck us all. While the cold chain has been a staple in pharmaceutical transport, the monitoring aspect is still evolving. So much more with the urgent need for vaccines against COVID-19. Innovations in Read more…
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