A frightening study has revealed that a vast majority of people with COVID-like symptoms have not been self-isolating.
The alarming stats came from a recent survey of GPs ahead of the August Bank Holiday Weekend.
It says that many patients presenting with signs of the deadly disease have not been self-isolating since the onset of their symptons.
Acting Chief Medical Officer of the Department of Health, Dr. Ronan Glynn, said: “The importance of isolating as soon as you have any flu like symptoms cannot be overstated.
"Without this individual action we simply will not break the chains of transmission and we will put many people at risk of infection.
“It is important that people know that there is no charge for GP or testing services relating to COVID-19.
"Please do not hesitate to contact your GP if you have any concerns.
“This weekend, the six key things people need to do are limit the size of your network & time you spend with them, keep your distance, meet up outside if possible, wash your hands, wear a face covering and download the COVID Tracker App.”
Some 38 new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Ireland today.
This brings the total number of infections to 26,065.
No further deaths have been announced as the death toll now stands at 1,763.
Over the past two days a total of 123 cases have been reported. Of these;
- 84 cases are linked to known outbreaks or are close contacts of other confirmed cases.
- At least 19 cases have been identified as community transmission while 20 cases remain under investigation
- 44 cases are located in Kildare, 33 in Dublin, 11 in Clare, 10 in Laois, 8 in Limerick and the remaining 17 are located across 10 counties.
