HSE warns nursing homes some residents not suitable for vaccine 

The HSE letter highlights the need to delay the jab for anyone who has a fever or other temporary illness.

The HSE has written to nursing homes highlighting possible risks to frail, elderly people from the vaccine and stating some people may not be suitable vaccine candidates.

The letter, signed by HSE Chief Clinical Officer Dr Colm Henry, was circulated on Sunday to nursing homes and some homes forwarded the letter to families.