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Add as preferred on Google People in Lebanon have been complaining about difficulties finding seasonal flu vaccines, with pharmacists reporting that limited supplies quickly sold out and fewer doses were available than in previous years. The shortage comes amid global production and delivery delays linked to this season’s updated vaccine composition, according to pharmacists, distributors, and a source at the Public Health Ministry.“The flu vaccines came, but in very limited quantities. They immediately went out of stock,” said Mariam Abed Ali, owner of a pharmacy in Baabda. Karen Boustany, who owns a pharmacy in Hazmieh, also reported limited supplies. Missed this piece? Wild mushrooms in Lebanon: Admire, photograph, gather.. but do not eat! Abed Ali said Mersaco, one of Lebanon’s major pharmaceutical distribution companies and usually her first... You have reached your article limitStay informed about a Middle East in crisis.Subscribe for $0.5/month for the first 3 months. Subscribe now Log in This article is only available to L’Orient Today subscribers. Subscribe now Log in Create a free account to continue reading this article. You’ll also receive The Morning Brief, our must-read daily digest of Middle East news. Opt out anytime Email Address Password Email Address Password I would like to receive special offers from L'Orient Today as well as selections of the best articles. Register By creating an account, you agree to the terms and conditions of use and our privacy policy. Register Or register with: Facebook
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