In the field of public health, the efficiency of the distribution of essential medicines remains a crucial issue. Recently, the Central Supply of Essential Medicines for Southern Ecuador (CAMESE) raised concerns about the expiration of medicines before they can even be used by the population.
During its general assembly, the vice-president of CAMESE, the Reverend Sister Victorine Bofili, expressed her disappointment at this situation. Indeed, she regretted that certain medicines could not be distributed on time, causing them to expire unnecessarily. This problem mainly arises from the delay in the delivery of medicines and the complexity of the deployment process to the health zones concerned.
To remedy this situation, Sister Victorine Bofili calls for increased collaboration with partners to guarantee faster and more efficient delivery of medicines. It is essential to put in place logistical solutions in order to optimize the distribution of essential medicines and avoid their waste.
This issue highlights the importance of rigorous supply chain management in public health matters. It is imperative to take concrete measures to ensure that medicines reach populations within reasonable timeframes, thus promoting their optimal use and avoiding their expiration without having benefited those who need them.
In conclusion, the issue of medicines expiring before use must be addressed proactively to ensure adequate access to healthcare for all. Collaboration between different stakeholders is essential to overcome these logistical challenges and ensure efficient distribution of essential medicines to needy populations.