The CoV Vaccine Rollout: A Closer Look at The Situation in Burgenland

The CoV Vaccine Rollout: A Closer Look at The Situation in Burgenland

Updated CoV Vaccine Now Available

The updated CoV vaccine, designed to combat the current strains of the virus, is now accessible and can be administered to the public. While the demand for the vaccine is on the rise in Burgenland, the president of the Burgenland Medical Association, Christian Toth, has assured that the waiting period remains within medically acceptable limits. The current waiting period is about two to three weeks, which, according to Toth, is a manageable timeframe in a medical context.

Health Minister’s Stance on Waiting Time

However, not everyone agrees with Toth’s perspective. Health Minister Johannes Rauche has expressed his concern over the two-week waiting period, deeming it too long. The minister has proposed the idea of involving pharmacies in the vaccination process to expedite it. Dieter Schmid, the President of the Burgenland Chamber of Pharmacists, also agrees that pharmacies are generally prepared for such scenarios. However, due to legal constraints, vaccinations are not currently being administered in pharmacies.

Vaccination: A Medical Procedure

Despite the suggestions to involve pharmacies, Toth emphasizes the importance of vaccinations being viewed as a medical procedure. This includes educating the patient and dealing with potential complications that could arise during the vaccination process. He insists that the current organization via the medical practices is functioning effectively.

Procurement and Administration of Vaccine

Doctors are now procuring the vaccine themselves through the Bundesbeschaffungs GmbH, unlike in the past. However, Toth points out a significant disadvantage of this process. The vaccine is delivered in vials containing six doses each. This means that six patients are needed in one day to avoid waste. Currently, about 50 doctors are vaccinating in Burgenland, about three-quarters of whom also vaccinate non-regular patients. A list of participating doctor’s offices has been published by the Burgenland region.

Conclusion: A New Era of Vaccination

In conclusion, the newly adjusted CoV vaccine is now available in Burgenland, with a manageable waiting time of roughly two to three weeks. While legal issues prevent pharmacies from administering the vaccine, the current delivery system could potentially lead to waste if not all doses are used in a day. However, with about 50 doctors in the region currently administering the vaccine, the vaccination process is progressing steadily.