Local senator says he's "disappointed" shingles vaccine won't be rolled out until next year
Senator Robbie Gallagher has expressed disappointment that the national shingles vaccine program for older and immuno-compromised individuals will not begin until June. He intends to lobby the Health Minister to accelerate the rollout.
Why it matters
The delay in public health initiatives affects the accessibility of preventative care for vulnerable populations.
Monaghan Senator Robbie Gallagher said while he welcomes the rollout of the national shingles vaccine programme, he's "disappointed" that the rollout won't kick in until June of next year.
The vaccine programme will include people aged 65 and older and immuno-compromised groups. It will be implemented on a phased basis over five years.
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