Some nine new COVID-19 cases have been confirmed by health officials today.
Now the overall number of infections stands at 25,498.
Sadly a further two people have lost their lives to the deadly disease. This brings the death toll to 1,740.
Dr. Ronan Glynn, Acting Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said; “Ireland’s 14 day incidence of COVID-19 is now less than 3 cases per 100,000.
"This is amongst the lowest in Europe and demonstrates that the disease remains suppressed in our communities.
"The key to maintaining this status is responsible individual behaviours and avoiding any complacency.
“HIQA’s report on mortality today demonstrates that we have comprehensively recorded deaths relating to COVID-19 in Ireland by following the recommended WHO approach.
“We have consistently recorded and published data on all deaths where a person had COVID-19 or was suspected to have COVID-19.
"This reporting gives us a robust understanding of the impact of the disease in Ireland and continues to inform our response.”
