HSE Autumn/Winter Vaccination Programme
The HSE has issued a communication in relation to the -19 Autumn Vaccine Programme 2024/2025. It can be read here.
IPU NIO Webinar -Autumn Winter Vaccination Programme 2024/2025
The IPU, in collaboration with the National Immunisation Office (NIO), is hosting a webinar on the Autumn Winter Vaccination Programme 2024/2025. The webinar will take place on Wednesday 18 September 2024 from 7.30pm – 8.30pm.
Dr Louise Marron, Consultant in Public Health Medicine, NIO will explain to participants the clinical considerations for the upcoming vaccination programme. Ms Susan O’Donnell, Professional Services Pharmacist at the IPU will outline key operational aspects.
At the end of the webinar, participants should be able to:
- Identify the suitable cohorts for vaccination;
- Recognise the differences within the vaccination programmes;
- Locate all relevant materials, including communications materials; and
- Describe how to utilise HSE PharmaVax.
You can register for the webinar here.
HSE Pharmacy Contract Change – Vaccination Services Notification
If you have changed your HSE Pharmacy GMS contract since you last participated in the vaccination programme, please ensure that you have notified all parties engaged in vaccination services, including for example HSE PharmaVax and the NCCS, to ensure continuity of vaccine supply and correct payment. Contact details can be found on our website here.
Zostavax Discontinued
Zostavax powder and solvent for suspension for injection is no longer available in Ireland. It was discontinued in August 2024 and will not be marketed by Merck Sharp & Dohme BV going forward.
We will continue to provide updates via the news section of the IPU website, the weekly Newsletter and via our COVID-19 and Flu Vaccination Hub. You can also contact the IPU Professional Services team should you have any queries/require support in relation to vaccination services.
