[ad_1] The UK National Health Service has warned of a “significant reduction” in the weekly supply of the Covid-19 vaccine from the end of March. More than 25 million people in the UK have received a first dose of a coronavirus vaccine, but the NHS has warned of a one-month reduction in the weekly supply … Read more
[ad_1] Older people are much more likely to get Covid-19 a second time, according to a major new study published today. It found that people over 65 only have 47% protection against reinfection compared to 80% of younger people. It is the first large-scale study of reinfections by Covid-19 and highlights the urgency of extending … Read more
[ad_1] The UK health service will suspend vaccination of people aged 49 and under, due to a significant shortage of vaccine supplies. In a letter sent to the leaders of the vaccination project, the NHS says it has been informed of a significant reduction in weekly supply from manufacturers as of the week beginning March … Read more
[ad_1] John Magufuli, President of Tanzania and one of Africa’s most skeptical of COVID, has died. The 61-year-old man had been out of public view since February 27, prompting speculation that he was seriously ill with COVID-19. Magufuli’s main electoral rival suggested that he be transferred to the Kenyan capital Nairobi for treatment, while other … Read more
[ad_1] Ireland’s oldest man was among the constant parade of people attending GP surgeries today as the Covid-19 vaccination program continued throughout the national holiday. Michael O’Connor, 107, of Muckross in Killarney, received his second dose of the Pfizer / BioNTech vaccine from Dr. Ken Keohane at Deenagh Torc Medical Practice in Killarney. In Cork, … Read more
[ad_1] Sixteen people have been arrested today in connection with protests against the blockade in Dublin. Gardaí says they intervened where there was “continued non-compliance with public health regulations” and non-compliance with instructions from officers. Speaking this afternoon, Deputy Commissioner for Police and Security, Anne Marie McMahon, said: “This has not been a normal St. … Read more
[ad_1] A man who fatally beat a 14-year-old schoolgirl in Co Offaly last year while texting behind the wheel was sentenced to two years in prison. Eric Dunne, 26, of Belair, Ballycumber, Co Offaly, was found to be texting from his mobile phone seconds before his Hyundai Santa Fe jeep fatally struck Aoife Doyle as … Read more
[ad_1] THE CATHOLIC ARCHBISHOP of Dublin has said that easing restrictions on mass attendance “has a better legal claim” than other activities that are “pressured by powerful commercial interests.” In a St. Patrick’s Day message, Archbishop Dermot Farrell also described the funeral attendance limit to 10 people as “severe and unfair,” repeating previous requests from … Read more
[ad_1] There have been 3,484 reports of suspected side effects related to Covid-19 vaccines in Ireland, according to the latest figures from the Health Products Regulatory Authority. The agency that monitors drug safety said the most commonly reported side effects are in line with those typically associated with vaccination. He said there have been no … Read more
[ad_1] Having a drink for St. Patrick’s Day is a true tradition for most people in Ireland, and although the parades might be canceled once again and the bars still closed, most of us will still enjoy a few drinks at home. However, if you plan to have a few drinks, it is important to … Read more