This news follows a sharp spike in Covid-19 cases over the festive period
The second Covid-19 booster is now available for those aged between 18-49 years of age.
The HSE are inviting those in this age category to make an appointment for their second booster dose from today onwards.
Those ineligible for a second booster dose include people who have been infected with the virus within the past six months.
National Lead of the HSE Covid-19 Vaccination Programme, Eileen Whelan stressed the importance of these boosters, saying: “ I encourage everyone to get their second booster dose.
"It will give ongoing protection from serious illness, and increase your immunity against infection from Covid-19, which we know tends to reduce after a period of months following your last vaccine," she added.
The HSE has outlined that these vaccines take a total of 14 days to become effective in providing protection from the virus.
This news follows a sharp spike in Covid-19 cases over the festive period.
HSE Chief Clinical Officer, Dr Colm Henry, commented: “We continue to be very concerned about the steep rise in cases of Covid-19, influenza and other respiratory illness at this time.
"Our GPs and hospitals are working hard to support people, but we have seen a more than 100% increase in cases of flu, and people needing hospital admission for flu.”
Those interested can book a booster appointment online at HSE vaccination clinics in Punchestown and Citywest here.
Booster vaccines may also be available at participating pharmacies and GPs.
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