HSE denies flu, pneumonia vaccine shortages

Dr Mike Thompson at Ireland’s first drive-thru flu vaccine clinic at the Market Green Retail Park, Midleton, Co Cork. Included are team members, Tara Thompson, Dr Seán McCarthy, nurse Aimee Quirke, Dr Clare Cooney, Noelle Sloane, and medical student Glen Curtin. However, the clinic shut after one weekend due to lack of supplies. Picture: Dan Linehan

The HSE has denied there is a shortage of flu vaccines and Pneumovax 23, a vaccine which prevents pneumococcal infections, including pneumonia. 

Dr Rita Doyle, a GP and president of the Medical Council of Ireland, tweeted that she heard reports that more Pneumovax 23 will not be available until next year.