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New research reveals that 60% of adults are concerned about contracting the flu since the arrival of COVID-19

New research conducted on behalf of Boots Ireland has revealed 6 in 10 adults (60%) claim that they are concerned about contracting the flu since the arrival of COVID-19. While levels of concern are quite consistent across age groups, almost 3 in 10 ...

05 Oct 2021 at 11:21

National News

Warning: Early onset of winter flu predicted

A warning has been given about the possible early onset of winter flu, which could reach its height at the end of this year. An earlier onset of winter flu – peaking over early December and January – is possible, according to the European Centre ...

01 Oct 2021 at 11:26

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Annual Covid-19 vaccines are 'likely' - Pfizer chief

Annual vaccines to tackle Covid-19 are likely to be needed, the boss of pharmaceutical giant Pfizer has said. Dr Albert Bourla said yearly vaccinations could boost population immunity, adding that the company is already working on a new jab for ...

02 Dec 2021 at 11:06

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EXPLAINER: Will Covid-19 restrictions on gatherings be lifted for Christmas?

Chair of NPHET's expert advisory group, Dr Cillian DeGascun, has said he is hopeful restrictions on gatherings can be eased over the coming months. His comments come as focus shifts to the winter months and possible peaks of Covid-19 prior to ...

03 Sept 2020 at 14:00

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Met Éireann weather forecast for today, Tuesday, January 8

Met Éireann is forecasting some light rain and drizzle on Tuesday although some sunny spells will break through. Any overnight frost will clear early on Tuesday to give a dry day with some good sunny spells but with occasional patches of ...

08 Jan 2019 at 01:36

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National daily Covid-19 case numbers confirmed

THE Health Protection Surveillance Centre has today been notified of 3,161 confirmed cases of Covid-19. And as of 8am today, 498 Covid-19 patients are hospitalised, of whom 78 are in ICU. Commenting on the latest figures, Dr Tony ...

08 Nov 2021 at 19:33

HSE urges eligible groups to come forward for free flu vaccine

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HSE urges eligible groups to come forward for flu vaccine

...care facilities will be offered this vaccine where they live. If you’re a healthcare worker, the HSE says FLU VACCINATION is important to protect yourself and to prevent the spread of the flu to colleagues, families and patients. The...

04 Oct 2021 at 17:06

Covid-19

Covid hospital patients surge past 1,000 with health system under ‘continual strain’

The number of Covid-19 patients requiring treatment in hospital has surged past 1,000 for the first time since last February, amid warnings on the strain which the HSE is under. Latest figures show that 1,063 Covid-19 patients are ...

10 Jan 2022 at 11:31

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Longford people in flu risk group are urged to get vaccinated

The HSE has urged all people in at-risk groups for the flu to get vaccinated if they have not done so already. Those in at-risk groups include people aged 65 and over, pregnant women and people with chronic illness. Healthcare ...

08 Jan 2019 at 01:27

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Flu vaccination administration by LloydsPharmacy in Longford town

The FLU VACCINATION is free of charge for people over 65 years and at-risk patients aged 18-64 who hold a Medical Card, Doctor Visit Card, or have HAA eligibility.

13 Oct 2017 at 17:00

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Ireland had no 'excess deaths' during Covid-19 pandemic amid new research

NEW RESEARCH shows that Ireland had no excess deaths during the core pandemic years of 2020-2022. Research published by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) shows that Ireland was one of nine OECD ...

02 Jan 2024 at 15:03

Asthma society launches winter wellness guide for asthma and COPD patients which thousands of people in Longford may benefit from

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Asthma society launches winter wellness guide for asthma and COPD patients which thousands of people in Donegal may benefit from

Thousands of Donegal people with asthma and COPD experience more severe and more frequent respiratory symptoms during the winter months. The 380,000 people with asthma in Ireland, and further 380,000 with COPD, find that ...

09 Nov 2020 at 12:00

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