Flu numbers seem to have plateaued, says HSE – The Irish Times
The level of influenza cases “seem to have reached a plateau” since the Christmas period, the HSE has…
Emergency departments face unprecedented demand, but drop in people presenting with flu – The Irish Times
The number of people presenting to emergency departments with influenza has fallen in the past week, according to…
More than 1,000 people expected in hospital with peak projected for Christmas week – The Irish Times
Most people are expecting presents this week as the Christmas festivities kick off. For the health system, however,…
Flu jab uptake among HSE healthcare workers ‘dismal’ with only 29% vaccinated – The Irish Times
The uptake rate of the flu vaccine among healthcare workers is “dismal”, the president of the Irish Medical…
Equivalent of two large hospitals needed to deal with expected Irish flu surge, doctors warn – The Irish Times
Up to 1,000 hospital beds will be needed for people requiring admission for the flu as part of…
Continued rise in HIV diagnoses after drop during pandemic – The Irish Times
Almost three-quarters (74 per cent) of people newly diagnosed with HIV last year were born outside of Ireland,…
Eligible patients urged to get vaccinated as flu hospitalisations double in one week – The Journal
Eligible patients urged to get vaccinated as flu hospitalisations double in one week The Journal GP’s urging flu vaccine…