Chief Medical Officer says country is facing a ‘respiratory virus storm’ and encourages mask wearing at religious services over Christmas
The majority of patients who were hospitalised with flu were over 65 or children, she said. There has been a 65 per cent increase in hospitalisations among those aged five to 14 years.
If someone is experiencing symptoms, particularly if they are in a vulnerable category, they should be medically assessed to see if they are eligible for viral treatment, even if they are fully vaccinated, she said. “It’s important that we use all the tools in the toolbox.” The HSE’s chief clinical officer, Dr Colm Henry, also appealed to the public to wear masks on public transport, in congregated settings and when in contact with vulnerable people.
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