Die Medical Association is resisting the widely supported demand that vaccinations also be made possible in pharmacies. “Vaccination is really more than a jab,” said Medical Association President Johannes Steinhart at a press conference on Thursday and warned once morest weakening the safety criteria. In order to close the vaccination gaps, the chamber is calling for campaigns to expand the free vaccination program and better conditions for doctors when vaccinating.
Chamber of Pharmacists calls for change in the law
The Chamber of Pharmacists has long been calling for the creation of a legal basis to enable vaccinations in pharmacies. Last week, the professional association received support from the Senior Citizens’ Council and the Patient Advocate. Health Minister Johannes Rauch (Greens) also signaled support. The Chamber of Pharmacists argues that this might increase the vaccination rate. More than 2,000 pharmacists have completed appropriate training based on an international model.
The professional representation of doctors argues that vaccination is a medical service for good reasons. Before the vaccination, it is necessary to provide information and explanation as well as an anamnesis as to whether the patient is suitable for vaccination. After the vaccination, follow-up is important in order to act quickly in the event of complications. Steinhart emphasized that medical vaccination is the “gold standard” where patient safety is maintained. He described the Chamber of Pharmacists’ demand for the expansion of vaccination options in their area as an “easy-to-understand maneuver”. The Medical Association It’s not regarding money, but regarding responsibility, he emphasized.
In order to close the existing vaccination gaps, the Medical Association however, other measures. All vaccinations included in the vaccination plan should be offered free of charge. The vaccination certificate should be checked as part of the preventive examination; goodies as an incentive are also conceivable for the chamber. The Vice President of the Viennese Medical Association, Naghme Kamaleyan-Schmied, can imagine that 100 euros or fitness vouchers will be given away. As part of the electronic vaccination certificate, she would like to Medical Association automatic reminders that remind you when vaccinations are due.
Currently 409 cases of measles in Austria
Closing the vaccination gaps is urgently needed, said the head of the ÖÄK vaccination department Rudolf Schmitzberger. There are currently 409 cases of measles in Austria – a disease that might actually be eradicated. There is also currently an epidemic of whooping cough throughout Austria. He also called for solidarity with regard to pneumococci and the RSV virus in order to include all age groups. A compulsory vaccination keeps it Medical Association However, based on the experience with compulsory corona vaccinations, it doesn’t make sense. The relationship of trust between doctor and patient is so important, emphasized Kamaleyan-Schmied. She emphasized that she never wants to relive her experiences during the pandemic, when she received death threats.
