Second Cavan school hit by swine flu outbreak

The HSE is set to investigate an outbreak of human swine flu at a second school in Cavan.

The HSE is set to investigate an outbreak of human swine flu at a second school in Cavan.

At least one case of the virus has been confirmed at Breffni College secondary school, while 20 other students have flu-like symptoms.

The HSE says the school should remain open, but students with symptoms should stay at home.

Earlier this week, a swine flu outbreak was reported at Laragh National School in Cavan, with at least four children testing positive for the virus.

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