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How do they propose to get Pfizer shots that have to be stored at -70 C, to areas in developing countries that need first doses? As far as I can see, the vacci
by zarzavat 5y ago
How do they propose to get Pfizer shots that have to be stored at -70 C, to areas in developing countries that need first doses?
As far as I can see, the vaccine that is actually suitable for developing countries is the AstraZeneca one, and this isn't often used in the west because of the blood clot issues.
- fsh 5y agoThey will use insulated containers with dry ice, same as everywhere else. This might not work in the middle of the jungle, but most developing contries actually have roads and trucks.
- zarzavat 5y agoRoads and trucks are not a problem but most third world countries also have an abundance of corruption and general apathy towards rules, good luck running a cold chain to all corners of such a country.
- Tepix 5y agoThe cooling requirements for Pfizer shots were loosened, it no longer needs -70°C. I don't know the new number, i think it's around -25°C.