Flu Vaccine
The flu is a contagious viral infection that spreads every winter, getting the flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself against the flu.
The flu vaccine is safe and effective. The best time to get the flu vaccine is before the flu season starts.
For Adults the flu vaccine is given as an injection into your arm.
Children get the flu vaccine as a spray into their nose.
How the Vaccine Works
The flu vaccine helps your immune system produce antibodies to fight infection. You need the flu vaccine every year as the flu strains change each year.
It takes 2 weeks for the vaccine to work.
The flu vaccine and the COVID-19 booster are 2 separate vaccines.
You can book your appointment through our booking system.
You can avail of a free vaccine but still need to book if you are :
- Aged 65 and older
- Aged 2 to 17
- Healthcare Worker
- Pregnant
Alternatively, the price is €35
Please check availability for an appointment with your Local McSharry Pharmacy located throughout Galway City & County , Athlone and Castlerea through our booking portal.