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# covid19 - Yesterday’s News
Officials looking at 'creative' ways they could allow nursing home visits again
Dr Holohan said health officials are ‘very sensitive’ to the issue and aware of the impact on the mental health of residents.
Covid-19 transported to Direct Provision centre in Caherciveen from Dublin, Dáil committee told
Fianna Fáil TD Norma Foley made the claims at a sitting of the Dáil Covid-19 committee today.
Publicans say they face 87% reduction in capacity with 2m social distancing
Yesterday the CMO said the two metre social distancing advice is “not a rule” and it will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
# covid19 - Monday 25 May, 2020
No new Covid-19 deaths reported in past day, Dominic Cummings defends trip to Durham: Today's Covid-19 main points
Discussion this week is likely to be focused on the further easing of restrictions ahead of 8 June.
Greater Dublin best placed to deal with post-Covid crisis due to remote working options, UCC study finds
The study warns there are regional implications due to dependency on sectors less able to work remotely and socially distance.
Greece resumes island ferry services in bid to salvage summer tourist season
Travel to the islands had been generally off-limits since a lockdown in late March.
'What planet are they on?', 'Bojo stands by top aide': UK front pages react to Dominic Cummings crisis
The left-leaning Daily Mirror leads the attack on the pair, labelling Cummings a “cheat” and Johnson a “coward”.
# covid19 - Thursday 21 May, 2020
Coronavirus: 12 deaths and 76 new confirmed cases in Ireland
The Department of Health provided the last figures at tonight’s briefing.
Jedward are quarantining in LA with American Pie actress Tara Reid
The twins have been living with the actress for the past two months.
# covid19 - Wednesday 20 May, 2020
HSE letter outlines Direct Provision strategy but warns accommodation may be 'insufficient or unsuitable' for self-isolation
There have been 171 cases of Covid-19 among people living in Direct Provision including 13 clusters.
# covid19 - Tuesday 19 May, 2020
Study to test for coronavirus antibodies in the Irish population expected to begin in June
Dr Cillian de Gascun said a random sample of the population will be invited to take the test.
Coronavirus: 16 deaths and 51 new cases confirmed in Ireland
Health officials have provided an update on the outbreak in Ireland.
Medical journal refutes Trump claim it published reports about earlier spread of Covid-19 in China
The Lancet described the allegations made by Trump in a letter to the WHO as “serious and damaging”.
More than half of charities say their finances are uncertain or in difficulty as a result of the pandemic
Several charities have had to cancel major fundraising events in recent weeks as a result of the pandemic.
Botanic Gardens, Trim Castle and Farmleigh among heritage sites reopened as part of Phase One
The OPW closed most of its sites to the public following public health advice as Ireland worked to limit the spread of Covid-19.
Medical community should 'monitor' patients for post-Covid mental disorders, study warns
Looking at Covid-19 patients, 12 studies found evidence of delirium in serious cases.
Living conditions of migrant workers at meat plants 'should be considered before criticism'
The Chief Medical Officer has said health officials are also looking at transmission risks for these employees outside of work.
# covid19 - Monday 18 May, 2020
Coronavirus: 4 deaths and 88 new cases confirmed in Ireland
Health officials have provided an update on Ireland’s first day in Phase One.
Restaurants, bars and churches reopen in Italy with Saint Peter's Basilica even taking visitors again
Churches in Rome were shuttered at the beginning of the coronavirus emergency.
# covid19 - Sunday 17 May, 2020
Coronavirus: 10 deaths and 64 new cases in Ireland confirmed
The figures were released from the Department of Health this evening.
# covid19 - Saturday 16 May, 2020
Coronavirus: 15 deaths and 92 new cases in Ireland confirmed
The figures were released from the Department of Health this evening.
# covid19 - Friday 15 May, 2020
Coronavirus: 16 deaths and 129 new cases in Ireland confirmed
The figures were released from the Department of Health this evening.
'It's worth nearly €500m to the economy': Taoiseach defends reopening horse racing industry on 8 June
Varadkar said the horse racing industry here needed to be aligned with what was happening in countries like France and the UK.
Taoiseach advises public to wear face coverings on public transport and in retail stores
The use of face coverings will not be made a legal requirement.
# covid19 - Thursday 14 May, 2020
Trinity research shows 75% of workers fear contracting Covid-19 on their public transport commute
The research also shows that 80% of workers would prefer to work from home once Covid-19 restrictions are lifted.
'Unacceptable': Over 200 Covid-19 cases dating back to March only reported by hospital today
Notification of infectious diseases is required by legislation.
Coronavirus: 10 deaths and 426 new cases confirmed in Ireland
NPHET met today to finalise its advice to government on easing restrictions from next Monday.
Automated text message system for negative Covid-19 results should be in place by end of week
Dr Cillian de Gascun has said work on automation and computer systems should help reduce turnaround times.
# covid19 - Wednesday 13 May, 2020
Childcare scheme for healthcare workers scrapped after only six providers apply
The scheme was launched last week and was due to begin on Monday.
Human rights group calls on health minister to justify extending emergency garda powers
Figures show the emergency powers were invoked a total of 192 times over the past month.
Coronavirus: 10 deaths and 159 new cases confirmed in Ireland
Health officials have given an update this evening on the outbreak in Ireland.
Explainer: What needs to happen for us to move into Phase One next Monday?
Officials have said they are ‘hopeful’, but it is not guaranteed.
# covid19 - Tuesday 12 May, 2020
'We know we need to get better': NPHET says testing result delays due to lack of automation
“Anyone who’s ever tried to get a PC to talk to a Mac…these things take time,” said NPHET member Dr Cillian de Gascun.
Insect repellant given to British armed forces as 'an additional layer of protection' against Covid-19
A Citriodiol-based spray has been given to personnel in light of the surgeon general’s advice
Gardaí have used emergency Covid-19 powers in 192 incidents over the past month
There were also 64 incidents of spitting and/or coughing against members of An Garda Síochána.
Coronavirus: 24 deaths and 107 new cases in Ireland confirmed
The latest figures were released by the Department of Health this evening.
McDonald's to begin re-opening restaurants, starting with six Dublin drive-thrus
The restaurants will start to reopen from 20 May.
# covid19 - Monday 11 May, 2020
Stormont to publish five-step lockdown exit strategy tomorrow
Arlene Foster and Michelle O’Neill have emphasised their ‘stay at home” message.
Coronavirus: 15 deaths and 139 new cases in Ireland confirmed
The latest figures were released by the Department of Health this evening.
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Poll: When it's sunny in Ireland - do you wear sunscreen?
IT’S ANOTHER DAY and the sun is shining yet again.
Met Éireann forecasts that this week will see temperatures reach as high as 27 degrees, with clear skies set to stay.
Before you head out to soak up some rays, do you make sure to protect your skin?
Among other measures, the Irish Cancer Society advises people to wear sunscreen in Ireland when they’re out and about between April and September.
But do you?
Today we want to know: When it’s sunny in Ireland – do you wear sunscreen?
Poll Results:
Yes, whenever it's sunny (1435)
Never in Ireland, only abroad (471)
I wear it every day, no matter the weather conditions (271)
I never wear sunscreen (128)
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Using all of our health service facilities has helped against Covid-19. Any change to that should be handled carefully
By Dr Ciarán Ó Riain
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Chief of French pharma company under fire for saying the US gets priority access to Covid-19 vaccine
President Emmanuel Macron’s office said it would hold talks with Sanofi executives next week.
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