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The Department of Health today confirmed 470 new cases of the coronavirus in Ireland.
The total number of cases diagnosed here since the outbreak started stands at 37,063.
Unfortunately, it has also been confirmed that another person has died after contracting the virus.
There have now been a total of 1,801 Covid-19 related deaths in Ireland.
Of the cases reported today;
- 225 are men / 242 are women
- 68% are under 45
- 40% confirmed to be associated with outbreaks or close contacts of a confirmed case
- 68 cases have been identified as community transmission
198 cases are in Dublin, 61 in Cork, 36 in Donegal, 19 in Kildare, 19 in Limerick, 12 in Kerry, 11 in Galway, 11 in Meath, 10 in Roscommon, 9 in Cavan, 9 in Clare, 9 in Kilkenny, 9 in Longford, 9 in Offaly, 9 in Westmeath, 8 in Louth, 7 in Tipperary, 7 in Wexford, with the remaining 17 cases in 7 counties.
The HSE is working to identify any contacts that patients may have had to provide them with information and advice to prevent further spread.
Dr. Ronan Glynn, Acting Medical Director for the Department of Health, said: “The situation nationwide is a cause for grave concern and NPHET now recommends that no more than 2 households meet at any one time.
“It is vital that everyone, families, friends and neighbors, limit the opportunities for this virus to pass from one person to another and stop the spread of the disease in homes.
“Behave like you have the virus and keep yourself and those around you safe – don’t take chances by hosting or attending meetings with more than one household.”
Cork was confirmed last night to remain at restriction level two for the time being despite the recent spike in cases.
However, officials confirmed that they will introduce restrictions on family reunions across the country.
The restrictions will limit the gatherings to six people from another household.
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