#covid-19

# covid-19 - Friday 31 December, 2021



# Covid-19

# Covid-19

'Three antigen tests over three days' before PCR for under-40s who are symptomatic

Dec 31st 2021, 2:31 PM 60,616 Views 53 Comments

The HSE has said further information about registering close contacts will be made available on Monday.



# Another One Bites The Dust

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# Another One Bites The Dust

Newcastle's Premier League match away to Southampton is off due to Covid-19 cases and injuries

Dec 31st 2021, 1:38 PM 2,112 Views 2 Comments

The Magpies confirmed that their request to have Sunday’s game at St Mary’s postponed has been accepted.



# Top Stories

# Top Stories

Protests, Storm Barra and Biden's inauguration: The most read articles on The Journal this year

Dec 31st 2021, 1:00 PM 5,348 Views 0 Comments

Thanks for reading.



# Explainer

# Explainer

New Covid testing and isolation guidelines: Here's everything you need to know

Dec 31st 2021, 12:03 PM 90,535 Views 42 Comments

The changes are aimed at freeing up Covid-19 testing capacity and easing disruption to businesses.



# Wrap

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# Wrap

Embiid powers 76ers past Nets on Durant's return, Covid outbreak postpones Warriors-Nuggets

Dec 31st 2021, 9:37 AM 1,198 Views 0 Comments

Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has criticised the 11th postponement of the NBA season.



# Your Say

# Your Say

Poll: Will you use an antigen test today?

Dec 31st 2021, 9:30 AM 60,001 Views 46 Comments

Some people are planning gatherings to ring in 2022.

# covid-19 - Thursday 30 December, 2021



# Coronavirus

# Coronavirus

Israel approves fourth vaccine for vulnerable

Updated Dec 30th 2021, 10:00 PM 107,848 Views 52 Comments

The WHO has warned of a “tsunami” of new cases as countries, including Ireland, record largest-ever surges.



# Precaution

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# Precaution

Jockeys must produce negative lateral flow tests from next Wednesday, says BHA

Dec 30th 2021, 9:56 PM 2,019 Views 0 Comments

The change in protocol was announced after rises in Covid-19 infection rates over the last couple of weeks.



# The Fix

# The Fix

Here's What Happened Today: Thursday

Dec 30th 2021, 8:16 PM 15,506 Views 0 Comments

Your round-up of what made the headlines today.



# Latest Figures

# Latest Figures

Coronavirus: 20,554 new cases confirmed in Ireland as new PCR regime announced

Updated Dec 30th 2021, 7:11 PM 264,174 Views 396 Comments

The latest figures were reported by the Department of Health today.


# Hospitals
# Hospitals
Fewer days in isolation and more antigen testing: Department of Health releases new testing regime
Updated Dec 30th 2021, 6:45 PM 187,247 Views 106 Comments
• There are 287 patients on trolleys in hospitals around the country today.
• As of 8am yesterday morning, 586 people were in hospital with Covid-19, 93 of whom were in ICU.
• Increased visitor restrictions are in place at a Limerick maternity hospital following a Covid-19 outbreak.
• Coronavirus: 16,428 new cases confirmed in Ireland, with 22 deaths notified in the past week
• Paramedics told to bypass Wexford Hospital after it was overrun by unprecedented patient numbers


# La Liga

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# La Liga

Simeone and Griezmann test positive at Atleti, Barca's Covid outbreak rises to 10 players

Dec 30th 2021, 1:26 PM 4,136 Views 1 Comment

Philippe Coutinho, Sergino Dest and Abde Ezzalzouli are the latest players to contract coronavirus at the Catalan club.



# Xian

# Xian

Groceries to be delivered to residents of Chinese city under strict Covid-19 lockdown

Dec 30th 2021, 1:07 PM 18,991 Views 22 Comments

The city of Xi’an with a population of 13 million people has been put into lockdown after a surge of cases.

# covid-19 - Wednesday 29 December, 2021



# Latest Figures

# Latest Figures

Coronavirus: 16,428 new cases confirmed in Ireland, with 22 deaths notified in the past week

Dec 29th 2021, 6:52 PM 197,399 Views 319 Comments

The latest figures were reported by the Department of Health today.



# Public Shaming

# Public Shaming

Armed police parade alleged Covid rule breakers through streets, sparking backlash in China

Dec 29th 2021, 8:48 AM 26,419 Views 17 Comments

China banned such public shaming of criminal suspects in 2010.



# Boosters

# Boosters

People aged 30-39 can receive a booster shot from today

Dec 29th 2021, 6:00 AM 15,531 Views 11 Comments

Those aged 16-29 who received a Janssen primary dose can also avail of a booster from today.

# covid-19 - Tuesday 28 December, 2021



# Omicron

# Omicron

WHO warns of Omicron overload as UK records almost 130,000 cases of the virus

Updated Dec 28th 2021, 9:42 PM 53,542 Views 33 Comments

To hold back the tide, European nations brought back curbs with painful economic and social consequences.



# Misfortune

From The42

# Misfortune

3-time champion Michael Van Gerwen withdraws from World Darts Championship

Dec 28th 2021, 8:04 PM 56,378 Views 29 Comments

The Dutchman has been ruled out after a positive Covid test.



# Debunked

# Debunked

FactCheck: This Irish video about masks is incorrect to claim they do not work against Covid-19

Dec 28th 2021, 5:00 PM 23,524 Views 0 Comments

A video viewed thousands of times on an Irish Facebook page contains incorrect information about the effectiveness of masks.



# Reaction

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# Reaction

Manchester United’s 16-day coronavirus break did us no favours – Harry Maguire

Dec 28th 2021, 3:59 PM 5,201 Views 11 Comments

The Red Devils last night salvaged a 1-1 draw at Premier League strugglers Newcastle, leaving them seven points off the top four.



# Latest Figures

# Latest Figures

Coronavirus: 9,006 new cases confirmed in Ireland

Dec 28th 2021, 12:53 PM 87,696 Views 72 Comments

The latest figures were reported by the Department of Health today.


# Pcr Tests
# Pcr Tests
Omicron is 'running rife in our communities' but has not yet peaked, HSE boss says
Updated Dec 28th 2021, 12:50 PM 111,986 Views 138 Comments
• Paul Reid said it appears cases of Omicron may have peaked in some other countries but not yet in Ireland
• He said the HSE is continuing to ramp up capacity for PCR testing as demand increases
• Children aged five to 11 who are at high risk from Covid-19, or live with someone high risk, can now be registered for a vaccine
• Vaccine registration opens for high-risk children aged 5 to 11


# Your Say

# Your Say

Poll: Are you going to a New Year's Eve party?

Dec 28th 2021, 9:50 AM 60,660 Views 27 Comments

People can meet indoors in private homes if there are no more than four households present.



# Quarantine

# Quarantine

CDC health officials recommend shorter Covid-19 isolation period in the US

Dec 28th 2021, 7:37 AM 17,247 Views 7 Comments

They said the guidance is in keeping with growing evidence people are most infectious in the two days before and three days after symptoms develop.



# Covid-19

# Covid-19

New Year parties given go-ahead in England as UK splits over Omicron controls

Dec 28th 2021, 7:10 AM 20,645 Views 6 Comments

Boris Johnson said there would be no restrictions introduced before January.



# Holiday Woes

# Holiday Woes

Opinion: Three quick and easy tips for strengthening your relationship over Christmas

Dec 28th 2021, 7:00 AM 20,102 Views 0 Comments

Relationship expert Beth Wallace offers some helpful tips to maintain your communication over the holidays.



# Covid-19

# Covid-19

Vaccine registration opens for high-risk children aged 5 to 11

Dec 28th 2021, 6:00 AM 14,175 Views 20 Comments

Parents can register their child for the vaccine if they have a health condition that puts them at higher risk, or if they live with someone who is at higher risk.

# covid-19 - Monday 27 December, 2021



# Omicron

# Omicron

France announces new Covid-19 measures amid spike in infections

Updated Dec 27th 2021, 9:32 PM 117,313 Views 73 Comments

In England, politicians said there would be no further restrictions before 2022 but people are urged to be “cautious”.



# Grounded

# Grounded

Aer Lingus cancels handful of European flights due to resourcing challenges

Dec 27th 2021, 7:32 PM 47,934 Views 11 Comments

The Irish airline is liaising directly with affected customers.



# Coronavirus

# Coronavirus

Demand for Covid tests 'extremely high' as system ramps up again post Christmas

Dec 27th 2021, 12:18 PM 61,703 Views 91 Comments

There were no appointments available in Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway and Waterford at the time of writing.

# covid-19 - Saturday 25 December, 2021


# Biggest Regret
# Biggest Regret
'It came at a cost': Taoiseach regrets shutting down construction for four months
Dec 25th 2021, 12:10 AM 47,309 Views 61 Comments
• The Taoiseach says they shut down construction as the government wanted to be 'ruthless' in dealing with the Alpha variant wave, reports Christina Finn.
• Martin said it is his 'desire not to' ever close down construction again.
• There will be a renewed effort on ramping up bed capacity in 2022, he says.
• Fianna Fáil's message to itself: Deliver housing now or face extinction at the next election
• Every week of lockdown between 700 and 800 houses will not be built, says minister

# covid-19 - Friday 24 December, 2021



# Covid Christmas

# Covid Christmas

Lockdowns, restrictions, and surging infections: Europe rings in another pandemic Christmas

Updated Dec 24th 2021, 7:19 PM 56,360 Views 37 Comments

Both France and the UK today registered their highest case numbers since the start of the pandemic.



# Covid-19

# Covid-19

PCR testing facilities to operate on Christmas Day and St Stephens' Day

Updated Dec 24th 2021, 12:07 PM 59,986 Views 54 Comments

Ireland has the third highest uptake of booster vaccines in the EU.

# covid-19 - Thursday 23 December, 2021


# Vaccine Rollout
# Vaccine Rollout
Boosters for over-30s from next week, first doses for children 5-11 from next month
Updated Dec 23rd 2021, 7:20 PM 51,805 Views 56 Comments
• People aged 16 to 29 who received the Janssen vaccine will be entitled to a booster next week.
• Over 106,000 booster jabs were administered yesterday
• Everyone in Ireland over five will be entitled to a vaccine from next month.
• Omicron less severe but large case numbers may see hospitalisations increase, says UK health agency
• Why a jump in Covid cases on a given day doesn't always mean an official 'backlog'


# Covid-19

# Covid-19

Omicron less severe but large case numbers may see hospitalisations increase, says UK health agency

Dec 23rd 2021, 5:33 PM 19,670 Views 23 Comments

A record 119,789 cases were reported in the UK today.



# Covid-19

# Covid-19

Taoiseach: 'I think we have to approach vaccination of children with sensitivity'

Dec 23rd 2021, 6:00 AM 16,688 Views 54 Comments

Comprehensive information and guidance will be offered to parents, said Micheál Martin.


# Test And Case
# Test And Case
Why a jump in Covid cases on a given day doesn't always mean an official 'backlog'
Dec 23rd 2021, 12:03 AM 30,942 Views 20 Comments
• Recent spikes on specific days have led to claims of backlogs but what is actually happening?
• It's down to the workflow required to turn positive swabs into official cases.
• It shouldn't matter anyway because looking at trends will give you the accurate picture, writes Rónán Duffy.
• No plans for more restrictions this week, but Martin can't rule out discussions after Christmas
• Increased demand for PCR testing puts strain on HSE booking systems

# covid-19 - Wednesday 22 December, 2021



# Wellness

# Wellness

Opinion: This year, let go of the 'perfect Christmas' and choose self-compassion

Dec 22nd 2021, 7:00 PM 19,814 Views 6 Comments

Two chartered psychologists offer some helpful advice to help you avoid letting Christmas get you down this year.



# Covid-19

# Covid-19

Northern Ireland nightclubs to close from 26 December as daily Covid cases reach new high

Updated Dec 22nd 2021, 7:00 PM 32,316 Views 30 Comments

Some 3,231 new cases of Covid-19 were notified in Northern Ireland today, up from 2,096 on Tuesday.



# Omicron

# Omicron

Seven African nations dropped from Ireland's home quarantine rules

Dec 22nd 2021, 6:33 PM 26,712 Views 1 Comment

All passengers travelling to Ireland are now subject to the same requirements.

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