Winter Ready

Written by Dr. Kate McCann
1st November 2024

Flu and Covid Vaccines – done.

This is an important way to look after my patients and myself – I’m less likely to transmit flu or become very unwell if I do get sick.

It’s not too late to get your vaccines as we head into winter virus season.

Children 2-17 are eligible for free nasal spray (no needles!) Flu Vaccines. (Yes, my boys had theirs earlier this week.)

Many people are eligible for free Vaccines- check HSE website for full list.

Got questions? Talk to your doc, pharmacist, or practice nurse because the social media comments section is not the best place to get health information. (Or it seems, Halloween parade information…)

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