Some islands are voicing concerns that people who are hard to move or live in a bed can lose their vaccination opportunities from Monica Metsma Editor 12 March 2021, 00:29 Photo: Maanus Masing / Saarte Hääl A reader contacted the editorial office of Saarte Hääl, who is worried about his 90-year-old friend. He said that the elderly woman who lives alone has not yet been able to get a vaccination appointment. As the elderly person cannot move independently and does not go out of the house, he is afraid that he may not get the vaccine at all. The social ministry is aware of the situation and is working to find solutions. AstraZeneca and other vaccine manufacturers are currently prioritizing distribution based on age and vulnerability, but logistical challenges remain for those unable to access vaccination centers. Keywords: elderly, who, bed Topics: #elderly #who #bed Post navigation VIDEO: A Swedish Olympic athlete who fell during filming of a TV show needed medical attention The funding dispute was resolved: Rail Baltic will receive a large additional funding from the European Union
It’s deeply concerning that vulnerable patients could be left without access to vital booster shots. Reply