A global shortage of multiple IV fluid products has prompted Australian health authorities to conserve their stock levels in hospitals, while veterinary clinics across the country are already grappling with shortages.
Federal Assistant Minister for Health Ged Kearney described saline as "one of the go-to fluids" and "an essential part of care" in Australia's health system.
... nor any drop to infuse into our veins.
Australia is facing a shortage of saline solution. That's sodium chloride (aka "salt") plus distilled water.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-07-27/iv-fluids-global-shortage-explainer/104147878