FLU CASES PLATEAU BUT HSE 'VIGILANT'

FLU infections are likely to peak during Christmas week, the HSE’s Chief Clinical Officer has said.

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Dr Colm Henry said this winter has seen “record” numbers presenting at A&Es and thanked medics for coming together to battle the surge.

He also urged anyone who is feeling unwell to avoid visiting any healthcare setting, such as a hospital or nursing home. Latest figures suggest that there will be between 800 and 1,100 people with flu in hospital on any given day at the height of the season.