Up to four people have died following a new suspected outbreak of the H1N1 flu strain also known as the swine flu, according to the HSE. Up to four people have died following a new suspected outbreak of the H1N1 flu strain also known as the swine flu, according to the HSE. Dr Kelleher confirmed at least two people have died from the virus, with two more suspected deaths as a result of the flu. The HSE uses a scale to determine when the flu season fully begins which incorporates a number of elements including a range of data. The most recent indication is that the scale has reached over half way to surpassing the flu season threshold sparking fears that flu season, where hundreds become sick with the virus, is only days out.

Source: Irish Independent January 04, 2019 15:22 UTC