The HSE’s annual free Winter Vaccination Programme for at-risk groups starts today.
Those aged over 60, healthcare workers, pregnant women, anyone with a long-term health condition, and children aged between two and 17 are eligible for a free vaccine at their local pharmacy or GP.
The HSE is also urging the public to avail of a covid-19 vaccine or booster – over 7 thousand people were hospitalised with covid last winter.
President of the Irish Pharmacy Union, Tom Murray says it’s best to get vaccinated early:
