'No evidence' yet of flu circulating but HSE urges people to 'be prepared' for winter

Children aged 2 to 17 can avail of a free flu vaccination by nasal spray. Image: Alamy Children aged 2 to 17 can avail of a free flu vaccination by nasal spray. Image: Alamy THERE HAS NOT yet been any confirmed cases of flu transmitted this winter season but the HSE is advising people that getting a flu jab “early on” is the best way to protect themselves.

Last winter there were no recorded cases of flu transmitted in Ireland but the return of international travel and a relaxing of restrictions means this is unlikely to be repeated this year. Speaking to The Journal, HSE public health doctor and flu lead Dr Aparna Keegan said that it is not possible to predict how widespread flu may be this winter.

This year, three different vaccines are being offered that contain protection against the four strains of flu virus that the World Health Organization has said are most likely to be circulating.

Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

17% increase in domestic abuse calls to gardaí last year, report findsThe figures were contained in the force’s annual report for 2020, which was published today. But probably much higher only the Gardai cancel the calls 😢 Smartheat Imagine how many there actually were if they bothered answering the phone? CriminalCops 744% increase in gardaí not giving a shite!!
Source: thejournal_ie - 🏆 32. / 50 Read more »

HSE chief Paul Reid: 'Time to hit the reset button' as hospitals battle Covid surge | JOE.ieThe chief executive officer of the HSE has said it is 'time for us all to hit the reset button' as the number of people in hospital with Covid-19 surges. Buzz off with that language for starters
Source: JOEdotie - 🏆 31. / 51 Read more »