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COVID: 10 deaths; 159 new cases; 1 additional in Waterford

COVID: 10 deaths; 159 new cases; 1 additional in Waterford
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A further 10 people with Covid 19 have died in the Republic.

It brings the death toll here to 1,497.

There are also 159 new confirmed cases - the total now stands at 23,401

As of midnight on Monday there were 144 confirmed cases in Waterford since the outbreak began.

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That's an increase of 1 since Sunday.

Dr. Ronan Glynn, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said; "84% of people who have been diagnosed to date with COVID-19 have recovered.

"We have been provided with additional data today regarding cases with underlying health conditions. Of 15,450 cases, where information is available, 53% had at least one underlying condition. The most common underlying conditions reported are chronic heart disease (15%), chronic respiratory disease (11%) and diabetes (6%)."

Dr. Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said; "I would urge everyone to become familiar with the behaviours that we all need to maintain, including respiratory etiquette, physical distancing and handwashing. As we begin to think about easing restrictions these behaviours will become even more important."

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