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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
National
Sam Roberts

Covid-19 Ireland cases today update: 675 new infections as six more deaths confirmed

A total of 675 more people have tested positive for coronavirus in Ireland, while six further deaths have been confirmed.

It brings the number of infections here to 59,434 since the pandemic began.

The latest figures were announced by the Department of Health this evening.

Dublin has once again recorded the most new cases in the country with 199, followed by Cork with 104.

Dr Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer. (Collins Photos)

While there were 67 reported in Meath, 50 in Limerick, 41 in Kildare and the remaining 214 cases are spread across another 20 counties.

As of 2pm today 328 Covid-19 patients are hospitalised, of which 41 are in ICU. There were 19 additional hospitalisations in the past 24 hours.

Speaking on today's figures, Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan said: “Everyone must be aware of the actions they should take if they have symptoms or are awaiting a test or if they are a contact of a confirmed case.

“If you have symptoms of COVID-19, you must self isolate and phone your GP for further advice.

“If you have been referred for a test or are awaiting a test result, you must self isolate.

“If you are a confirmed case of COVID-19 you must self isolate for 10 days.

“If you are identified or have identified yourself as a close contact of a confirmed case, you must restrict your movements.

“Stay informed on the public health advice around COVID-19 and be prepared to protect yourself and those around you.”

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