More flu vaccine backlash. “Private physicians are speaking out about the way flu vaccine is distributed, saying the current system of giving high volume buyers first priority is jeopardizing the health of high-risk patients.

The California Medical Association claims that more than half of its member physicians have yet to receive any of the flu vaccine they ordered. Many of the remainder are have had only a portion of their orders filled. Without enough vaccine, doctors say they’re having to turn away patients.

Family practitioner Dr. William Dugdale can’t give the innoculations to his most at-risk patients. He questions why grocery store chains and other large retailers are getting their requested supplies. ‘I don’t sell bread, butter and eggs.’ he said. ‘Why is a grocery store selling flu shots?'”

The answer to the last question: profit.