Children's Health Ireland urges parents to vaccinate as flu cases surge

Children’s Health Ireland urges parents to vaccinate as flu cases surge

Majority of 650 children presenting to emergency departments show fever symptoms Children’s Health Ireland has issued an urgent warning to parents after a significant surge in flu cases among children over the past week, with the majority of young patients presenting to emergency departments showing fever symptoms. On Monday alone, most of the 650 children … Read more

Flu cases set to peak this week, but hospitals remain under pressure

Flu cases set to peak this week, but hospitals remain under pressure

Flu cases are expected to hit their highest levels this week, but hospitals will continue to face significant strain, according to the HSE’s Chief Clinical Officer. The rise in flu cases has led to a surge in hospital activity, with healthcare facilities nationwide struggling to manage the increased demand. Dr. Colm Henry reported that 758 … Read more