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The HSE’s Spring booster vaccination programme gets underway on Monday, April 22, with the rollout of the free Covid-19 vaccine to recommended groups.
The following groups are eligible for a COVID-19 Spring booster vaccine: age 80 or older, age 5 or older with a weak immune system, and older persons living in residential care facilities.
Covid-19 vaccines will be available from participating GPs and pharmacists.
HSE vaccination teams will also provide the vaccine for people living in residential care facilities, including nursing homes and housebound individuals.
Dr Lucy Jessop, Director of the HSE National Immunisation Office, said: “We know that people’s immunity from the Covid-19 vaccine weakens over time, especially in older people. This latest booster will keep them protected from serious illness and boost their immunity.
“We aim to complete this Covid-19 Spring booster programme by the end of May and we are urging everyone eligible to take up this opportunity to protect themselves by getting vaccinated at this time. It is vital that all those who are eligible, get their free booster vaccines from participating pharmacies or GPs,” she said.
In line with NIAC advice, people aged 70 to 79 may also request a vaccine after discussing it with their healthcare provider.
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