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Flu Warning: Early Vaccination Crucial for Vulnerable Groups

10/14/2025

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The Health Service Executive (HSE) warns of serious flu complications in vulnerable groups, including young children and seniors.
The HSE emphasizes early vaccination to build immunity before spread.
Children aged 2 to 17 can receive a complimentary nasal spray vaccine at pharmacies.
Mike Walsh from the Irish Pharmacy Union notes that flu vaccination reduces infection risk and illness severity.
Last year's flu season recorded over 27,000 confirmed cases and hospitalizations.

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The Health Service Executive (HSE) warns of serious flu complications in vulnerable groups, including young children and seniors.
The HSE emphasizes early vaccination to build immunity before spread.
Children aged 2 to 17 can receive a complimentary nasal spray vaccine at pharmacies.
Mike Walsh from the Irish Pharmacy Union notes that flu vaccination reduces infection risk and illness severity.
Last year's flu season recorded over 27,000 confirmed cases and hospitalizations.