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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 is now at the forefront of WHO and related organizations.

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    The pharmaceutical cold chain is crucial for delivering temperature-sensitive drugs.

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    40-60% of drugs require controlled logistics.

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    Vaccine effectiveness may be compromised if cold chain fails.

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    The WHO's guidelines have introduced an 'Advanced Active' category for cold chain logistics.

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    Reliable systems are essential for equitable healthcare.

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    Collaboration across the supply chain is vital for success.

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A Reliable Cold Chain is a Health Equity Issue

  • by Kuntal Baveja

  • April 21, 2026

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