VACCINE INFORMATION
COVID-19 Vaccine - Booster Dose
Available now: As of 18/02/2024 - Certain Groups Only
The protection from previous doses or a COVID-19 infection may weaken over time. Booster doses help boost your antibodies and give you good protection from becoming seriously ill or needing to go to hospital if you get COVID-19.A first booster is recommended for all adults age 18 years and older. After this, seasonal boosters are recommended for some people.
For more information on the covid vaccine booster dose follow this link:
https://cobhpharmacy.ie/pages/vaccine-information
To book your vaccine:
Please call us on 021-4811341
Who can get a Booster: As of 18/02/2024
- Those aged 12 years and over who require primary course vaccination.
- Those who are pregnant and require a booster dose
The above two groups are the only groups that pharmacists are currently allowed to vaccinate in line with HSE guidelines.
Flu Vaccine
Available now
The flu is a contagious viral infection that spreads every winter. Getting the flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself against flu.The best time to get the flu vaccine is before the flu season starts each year.
Follow this link to find out if you are eligible for the free Flu Vaccine for at risk patients:
https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/flu/getting-the-vaccine/
For more information on the Flu vaccine follow this link:
https://cobhpharmacy.ie/pages/flu-vaccination
To book your flu vaccine follow this link:
https://cobhpharmacy.healthschedul.com/schedule/CobhPharmacy/Flu_Vaccine
Shingles Vaccine
We are now offering the shingles vaccine here at Cobh Pharmacy.
Two doses of the vaccine provide strong protection against shingles and postherpetic neuralgia, also known as nerve pain, the most common complication of shingles.
In adults 50 to 69 years old with healthy immune systems, Shingrix was 97% effective in preventing shingles; in adults 70 years and older, Shingrix was 91% effective.
Unfortunately, the vaccine is not available through the medical card or drug payment schemes. Thankfully, following a consultation with one of our pharmacists we can provide the vaccine here in the pharmacy without the need for you to visit your GP or obtain a prescription.
The vaccine consists of two doses (240€ per dose) administered ideally two months apart.
For more information, pop in-store for a consultation with one of our pharmacists, or simply give us a call on 021-4811341.