As COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials continue to advance and the vaccination nears its approval, its mass distribution will be the next global challenge. As such, an efficient distribution channel for approved COVID-19 vaccines is needed. This will require proper storage of products, smooth cold chain transport, timely shipping, and reliable Read more…
When it comes to delivery, people don’t care much about the planes, trains, and ships involved in the process. What they do mind is how immediate a product reaches their hands. Whether that’s from an online store or at the shelf in a physical store — they only evaluate the Read more…
A guide to the best practices and industry standards when handling temperature sensitive vaccines. The challenge in vaccine handling lies in its sensitivities. Because vaccines are temperature-sensitive and light-sensitive, the process of transporting and storing them is more challenging than other types of supply chains. Temperature deviations are the last Read more…
In assessing Thailand’s supply chain logistics for vaccines, we need to understand the external and internal influences that shaped its standards, policy and strategy. The cold chain plays a critical role in Thailand’s economic growth since it affects other industries that are reliant on its efficiency. The pharmaceutical cold chain Read more…
While the global COVID-19 pandemic put medical front liners and hospitals in the spotlight, the supply chains that deliver life-saving pharmaceuticals also need attention. COVID-19 is creating a rising demand for better life-saving supply chains. How can pharmaceutical cold chain logistics be improved? Behind the scenes of frantic doctors and Read more…
Vaccines are key to fighting many types of preventable diseases. World Health Organization (WHO) among others provides developing countries with cheap, if not free, vaccines to boost immunity and prolong life. How to calculate the volumes of vaccines for cold chain requirements. Transporting a multitude of vaccines across the globe Read more…
The drive for an improved and efficient delivery system for vital vaccines Why is it imperative to have stronger delivery system for immnization supply chains? Vaccines are a vital life-saving tool that can halt the spread of deadly diseases. But their efficacy is heavily reliant on the supply chains that Read more…
The Pharmaceutical Cold Chain – Medicine for the masses When it comes to temperature-controlled vaccines and drugs, getting the right medication to the relevant person isn’t straight forward. In 2014 it was estimated around 15% of temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals were wasted. In 2019 an IQVIA Institute study found that the pharmaceutical Read more…
In this document, we will detail the best practices for vaccine handling, storage and transportation. It is important that all temperature-sensitive vaccines are kept between at a temperature between 2°C – 8°C (35°F – 46°F). Freeze sensitive vaccines should also be protected from freezing. This ensures the efficacy of the Read more…
The Isobar is a concept designed by William Broadway and won the James Dyson Award for its innovation. The backpack is a lightweight, vaccine delivery system that uses an ammonia-water refrigeration technology. it is capable of keeping vaccines cool for up to 6 days, much longer than traditional vaccine chiller Read more…
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