Chief nursing officer Rachel Kenna and chief medical officer Professor Breda Smyth have urged everyone who qualifies to have the vaccinations.

They have reported that both vaccinations have been well received thus far, and they have encouraged everyone who is qualified to increase their immunity prior to the height of the respiratory virus season.

Ms. Smyth urged parents to think about vaccinating their young children since she stated that they are particularly susceptible to severe flu-related illness.

“Vaccines are the best way to protect ourselves from the respiratory illnesses circulating this winter; they work well in conjunction with good hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette. They are also safe and effective.”

“It is imperative that everyone who is invited receives a free booster shot for Covid-19 and the flu,” she stated.

“People may quickly and easily protect their health and the health of others around them by receiving both vaccinations at the same time.

“As young children are more prone to become really ill from the flu, I am pleading with parents to kindly think about vaccinating their kids.”

“Children receive the flu shot as a nasal spray, which is given swiftly and painlessly.”

“To help minimise the risk of serious illness,” Ms. Kenna said, “I am encouraging everyone who is eligible to please make an appointment to receive your Covid-19 booster and flu shot.”

“To protect themselves and vulnerable patients, I would especially urge my nursing and midwifery colleagues, as well as all other health and social care workers and medical colleagues, to take advantage of the chance to be vaccinated.

“Vaccination clinics for healthcare workers are available for walk-ins across the nation.”