NPHET has warned that there has been a significant rise in Covid-19 hospitalisations ove rthe last two weeks as they urged people to get vaccinated.
The Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan urge people to avoided crowded spaces as indoor dining reopened for vaccinated customers on Monday.
Meanwhile Deputy CMO Dr Ronan Glynn warned that the vast majority of cases confirmed on Monday were people aged under 45.
Dr Tony Holohan said: “We are currently experiencing high incidence of Covid-19 across many counties. There has been a significant increase in hospitalisation over the last fortnight.
“Please continue to avoid crowded spaces, keep distance from others, keep indoor settings well ventilated by opening windows and doors, wear a mask where appropriate.”
Dr Ronan Glynn, added: “87% of cases today are in those aged less than 45 years. If you are awaiting your vaccine or are awaiting your second dose, continue to protect yourself by following public health advice.
“Vaccines against COVID-19 are safe and effective. Please get vaccinated as soon as you have the opportunity to do so.”
Meanwhile the Covid-19 vaccine portal is set to open people aged 16 and 17 from Tuesday, the Health Minister has confirmed.
Stephen Donnelly announced on Twitter on Monday that those in this bracket can now sign up for an mRNA vaccine through the portal.
He wrote: "Registration for those age 16 and 17 for a COVID-19 vaccine appointment will start tomorrow, Tuesday.
"It's important that we continue to get as many of our population vaccinated as soon as vaccines are available and following the safety advice of our experts."
