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Dr. Ronan Glynn has given a stern warning to one particular county, which accounts for more than 55% of confirmed cases on Saturday.
On Saturday, another 231 cases were announced and no new deaths were reported to the National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET).
When the acting medical director gave the update, he warned Dublin residents to adhere to social distancing guidelines.
From Saturday’s figures, Dublin accounts for 57.58% of cases in 133.
The county with the second highest number of cases is Kildare with 18, then 13 in Limerick.
Dr Glynn reminded the public that COVID-19 testing is free, saying: “ While there are a significant number of cases in Dublin today, it is important to look at today’s figures in the context of our incidence rates of seven. and 14 days.
‘NPHET pays close attention to trends and patterns in the data over time to analyze the progression of COVID-19 both across the country and in particular areas or settings.
However, it is now really important that the people of Dublin keep their social contacts as low as possible. It is also vitally important that if you are not feeling well, you isolate yourself immediately.
‘Call your GP without delay if you have any concerns. Know the symptoms to pay close attention to: cough, shortness of breath, fever, loss of sense of taste or smell.
“Given the increase in the number of cases in Dublin, the HSE has opened two emerging COVID-19 swab centers in Dublin this weekend, at Croke Park and at Castleknock Health Center.
‘Please come in for the test if you have any concerns. Remember if you need a trial, it will be free. ‘
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