Nearly 6,500 people were hospitalised with flu last winter, alongside more than 2,000 COVID-19 admissions.
People are being warned to protect themselves against flu and Covid 19.
The HSE's Winter Vaccination Programme is underway and it's urging those aged 60 and over to get the vaccines.
Last winter, almost 6,500 people were treated in hospital with flu, and over 2,000 people were hospitalised with COVID-19.
HSE Vaccine and Flu DR from Midlands Regional Public Health Team Fionn Donnelly says the best time to get the jab for those at risk is before flu season:
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