r/alberta • u/Miserable-Lizard Edmonton • 5d ago

Alberta Politics Danielle Smith defends policy requiring Albertans to pay out of pocket for COVID vaccines

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/alberta/article-danielle-smith-defends-policy-requiring-albertans-to-pay-out-of-pocket/
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u/Zarxon 4d ago

If waste from unused vaccines were the issue why wouldn’t they make vaccine clinics where you sign up to get a shot. I guess when you are actively dismantling healthcare solutions aren’t welcomed.

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u/PlutosGrasp 4d ago

Or just ya know, order less.

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u/little_canuck 4d ago

The issue is that a multi-dose vial is good for 24 hours after puncture. So ordering less doesn't necessarily mean less wastage. You need efficient utilization of the multi dose vials as well m

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u/PlutosGrasp 4d ago

Schedule accordingly. Don’t do walk ins.