People are being warned not to hand over personal information if they get a text message regarding Covid 19 vaccinations.
Gardai, the HSE, and the Department of Health have issued a warning about a vaccine scam.
They say a number of people have recently received calls or texts being offered a vaccination date, before being asked for information including their name, PPS number, date of birth, and address.
People are being advised the HSE would never request information in that way, and your GP will be the first point of contact.
They're advising anyone who mistakenly provides personal information in response to this scam to contact their local Garda Station.
They say if you receive such a call, just hang up.
They say the HSE will never text or call to request payment for a Covid test or Vaccine, and that the Covid-19 vaccine is free and it is not available privately.
