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Five more people have died as the health department confirmed 335 new cases of coronavirus.
The news means that there have now been a total of 64,855 cases here, while 1,945 people who contracted it have died.
Dublin saw 72 new cases, while the second highest was Donegal with 41. Cork had 25 new cases.
Of the cases reported today;
- 155 are men / 177 are women
- 64% are under 45
- The average age is 37 years.
- 72 in Dublin, 41 in Donegal, 26 in May, 25 in Cork, 23 in Kerry and the remaining 148 cases are distributed in another 19 counties.
As of 2:00 p.m. today, 284 COVID-19 patients are hospitalized, of which 40 are in the ICU. 23 additional hospitalizations in the last 24 hours.
Dr Tony Holohan said: “The commitment to the spirit of public health council shown by people across Ireland since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic is commendable. This includes wearing a mask where social distancing is difficult, in stores and on public transport.
“However, it is also vital that they are used correctly and safely. Make sure you completely cover your mouth and nose with the mask.
“Remember, visors do not offer the same benefits as face masks. I want to particularly emphasize that it is very important that those who work in settings such as retail avoid the use of visors and wear face masks instead.
“Masks offer much better protection, and everyone who can use them should wear them. Wearing one prevents someone who doesn’t know they have COVID-19 from spreading it to another person.
“They are a key element of our defense against this virus, in addition to staying home and avoiding meeting people outside of their home.”
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