You should get a COVID-19 vaccine this autumn or winter if you have a weak immune system.
Having a weak immune system puts you at higher risk of serious illness if you get COVID-19.
Getting vaccinated will give you some protection against this. Talk to your GP or healthcare team about getting a COVID-19 vaccine.
You should get a COVID-19 vaccine twice a year.
If you've never had the COVID-19 vaccine and have a weak immune system
If you have a weak immune system and have not had the vaccine before, you should have:
- 2 doses, 4 weeks apart - as your first round of COVID-19 vaccination
You may get:
- a third dose 8 weeks after this - only if advised by a specialist
If you've never had the COVID-19 vaccine and you get a COVID-19 infection, you should wait at least 4 weeks after your infection before getting vaccinated.
How to get your COVID-19 vaccine
Pregnant and weak immune system
If you are pregnant and have a weak immune system you should get vaccinated.
Some women also need a second dose. Your GP or healthcare team will advise you.
COVID-19 vaccination in pregnancy
Safety and side effects of COVID-19 vaccines
COVID-19 vaccines used in Ireland are approved by the European Medicines Agency (EMA)
Safety and side effects of COVID-19 vaccines used in Ireland