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A Reliable Cold Chain is a Health Equity Issue

Why temperature-controlled logistics is a critical but overlooked foundation of equitable access to medicines

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Global health equity has become a focal point for organizations like WHO and Gavi, emphasizing that access to life-saving medicines must extend to all patients, regardless of their location. The integrity of the global pharmaceutical cold chain is crucial for achieving this goal, as around 40-60% of pharmaceuticals require temperature-controlled logistics. Many shipments suffer temperature excursions, with vaccines being particularly vulnerable. Reliable systems are essential to ensure that innovative therapies reach patients effectively, making infrastructure a key component of equitable healthcare delivery.

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A Reliable Cold Chain is a Health Equity Issue

  • by Kuntal Baveja

  • April 21, 2026

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