Prof Hayes first to receive Covid vaccine in Cavan

News Update

Published: Thu 7 Jan 2021, 12:32 PM

Last updated: Thu 7 Jan 2021, 12:35 PM

Prof James Hayes was the first person to receive the COVID-19 vaccine in Cavan Hospital yesterday (Wednesday).

The Consultant Respiratory Physician was the first front-line health professional to received the Pfizer BioNTech jab in the hospital.

He got his vaccine, alongside his healthcare colleagues from Cavan Monaghan Hospital.

Very busy morning here in Cavan & Monaghan Hospital. Our Vaccination Coordinating Team are doing a fantastic job. Smiles all round! @CavmonN @HSELive @DonnellyStephen @paulreiddublin @PublicHealth_NE #COVID19ireland pic.twitter.com/CiLsHIX85l
— Cavan & Monaghan Hospital (@CavanMonaghanH1) January 7, 2021

Prof Hayes was given a HSE vaccine information leaflet, along with more detailed manufacturer’s patient information leaflet, before getting the vaccine.

Afterwards, each person vaccinated was given a vaccine record card, showing the name and batch of the vaccine they have received. They will each return for their second dose, to be fully protected, in three weeks.

A spokesperson said: "This is very welcomed good news which Cavan Monaghan Hospital are proud to announce."

Prof Nick van der Spek, consultant paediatrician with his record of vaccination.

The rollout of the vaccines in nursing homes continues today with residents in Esker Lodge, Cavan and Breffni Care Centre, Ballyconnell, first on the list.