Don't wait five months to give boosters, says immunology expert

The demand for booster shots comes after a study shows they provide up to 75% protection against the Omicron variant. Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins Photos

The five month gap between a person's second Covid vaccine dose and booster jab could be reduced.

Health minister Stephen Donnelly is considering the move, as the government looks at ways of increasing immunity to the Omicron variant.