Call to get flu vaccine ahead of Christmas
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is urging everyone who is eligible for flu vaccination to take up the offer without delay as it remains the best defence against seasonal flu. To date nearly 500,000 vaccines have been administered this season in Northern Ireland. However, the latest respiratory report shows that flu activity has increased across all groups and settings that are monitored. Confirmed cases rose from 988 to 1,227 while hospital admissions went from 264 to 346, highlighting how important it is for people who are eligible to get the free vaccine, particularly ahead of festive