Ireland's top doctor has issued a fresh caution as COVID-19 has been affecting one age group in particular.
The latest figure shows a total of 72% of the new cases were people under 45 years of age.
Dr Ronan Glynn has warned that the virus is "continuing to spread disproportionately among younger people".
The acting Chief Medical Officer said: "Despite accounting for just a quarter of the population, people aged 15 – 34 years of age account for 40% of COVID-19 cases in the past two months.
"This is not surprising as they are more likely to be moving about in the community, going to school, higher education or work, and keeping our economy and key services going."
He added: “For teenagers and people in their 20s and 30s in particular, I know that what has been and is being asked of you again is extraordinary. This pandemic has impacted on your education, your employment, your relationships and your social lives.
"The vast majority have done the right thing – have heeded public health advice and kept themselves and their families safe."
“But the disease is continuing to spread disproportionately among younger people at present. And so, I am asking you to stick with this and continue to follow the public health advice."
He went on to ask them to be role models for others.
"Limit the number of people you meet, maintain 2m physical distance, wear a face covering, wash your hands well and often. Together, every safe behaviour counts.”
