Frustration As Pharmacists Remain Left Out Of Vaccine Roll-Out

Tuesday, 18 May 2021 at 12:27

The sector estimates it could deliver up to 250,000 jabs a month across the country.

An Offaly pharmacist thinks there's a frustration among his colleagues about being left out of the vaccine roll-out.

The sector estimates it could deliver up to 250,000 jabs a month across the country.

Pfizer say their vaccine can now be stored at normal fridge temperature for up to 31 days.

Liam Butler from Haven's Pharmacy in Birr says the government can no longer use supply issues as an excuse:

It's hoped new flexible storage conditions for the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine will help logistical challenges.

The European Medicines Agency say the jab can now be stored at normal fridge temperature for up to 31 days, up from its previous five day limit.

Liam Butler says the EMA will have taken every precaution before making the decision:

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