Influenza activity is high, impacting healthcare systems. Vaccination is crucial for staff and eligible patients. Key infection prevention measures include promoting hand hygiene, providing alcohol-based hand rubs and masks, and encouraging mask use. Individuals with respiratory symptoms should avoid healthcare settings unless necessary. Practice nurses play a vital role in vaccination promotion and infection prevention standards.

Take a look at the Irish College of GPs highlights of 2025.

The college history book is available to purchase.

Listen to Professor Robert Scully, Curriculum Lead with the College, and Dr Padraic McCarthy, Curriculum Development Fellow with the College, who describe the process involved in developing the new core curriculum for GP training.