Fewer people in Kerry have received the flu vaccine than elsewhere in the country

Despite appeals by the HSE, fewer people in Kerry have got the flu vaccine than elsewhere in the country.

That's according to specialist registrar in public health medicine with the HSE South West, Dr Rebecca Marshall.

The Department of Health and the HSE have renewed their appeals for people to get the flu vaccine as hospital admissions are expected to rise  this week (25/12/2025 - 01/01/2026).

Dr Rebecca Marshall says vaccination helps people avoid the worst of these viruses:

For more information on where to get the flu vaccine, see the HSE website and or phone HSE Live 1800 700 700.