Coronavirus: 6 further deaths and 265 new cases in Ireland

There have actually been 265 brand-new cases of COVID-19 verified in the Republic, according to the Department of Health.

There have been six further deaths connected with the infection in the past 24 hours.

The most recent figures bring the total amount of cases here to 73,491, while the variety of coronavirus-related deaths stands at 2,086

The numbers are reflective of the denotification of two validated cases of the infection, while a technical concern that delayed the uploading of laboratory results to the HPSC in current days has been solved.

Of the most recent cases, 66%are under 45 years of age, while the median age is 33 years old.

Regarding the across the country distribution of cases, 84 are in Dublin, 28 in Louth, 27 in Limerick, 19 in Donegal, 15 in Wicklow, 15 in Galway and the remaining 77 cases are spread across 18 other counties.

133 are men and 131 are women.

As of 2pm today, 232 individuals are now receiving treatment in medical facility for the infection after 14 new admissions in the past 24 hours.

Of those patients, 27 remain in ICU, down 5 considering that the other day

The 14- day incidence rate per 100,000 of the population now stands at 78.3.

Dr Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer at the Department of Health stated: “We are now going into an important phase in our collective efforts to reduce spread of the virus.

” We have made considerable progress and minimized transmission in our houses and neighborhoods, however it will take a consistent specific effort from everyone to maintain that momentum in coming weeks.

” The current stabilisation in cases that we have actually experienced is fragile, but it is within our grasp to increase our defense versus the spread of COVID-19

” I advise you to use the public health guidance on regular handwashing, social distancing and wearing of face coverings to protect you and your household from the terrible impact this virus can have, particularly on our most susceptible people.”

Dr Ronan Glynn, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, said: “If you are going out this weekend, please strive to keep safe.

” Strategy ahead, satisfy outside where possible and keep your contacts to a minimum. Prevent crowded or badly aerated spaces and leave if your environment does not feel safe.”

Earlier, Government authorities Elizabeth Canavan urged the general public to prove we can reopen safely this weekend.

Cafés, restaurants and gastropubs have actually resumed their doors for the first time in 6 weeks today as Level Five limitations continue to be reduced

Northern Ireland

Meanwhile, 449 brand-new cases of COVID-19 have actually been tape-recorded in Northern Ireland in the last 24 hours.

There have likewise been 6 additional deaths reported by the Department of Health there.

It comes as the first batch of coronavirus vaccines arrived in Northern Ireland today.

Health Minister Robin Swann says the arrival of 25,000 doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech jab is hugely welcome.

He states vaccinations will begin early next week, with vaccination personnel the very first to be vaccinated, followed by priority groups.

Main image: Dr Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer at the Department of Health. Picture: Sasko Lazarov/RollingNews. ie

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