A further 37 people with Covid19 are known to have died in the Republic of Ireland.
In total, 1,014 people have died after getting the disease in this country.
577 new cases have been detected, with the total number of positive tests now standing at 18,184.
There were no new cases in Waterford. Figures released today show that as of midnight on Wednesday there were 122 confirmed cases in Waterford since the outbreak began.
There have now been 1,014 confirmed COVID-19 related deaths in Ireland.
Validation of data at the HPSC has resulted in the denotification of 2 deaths. The figure of 1,014 deaths reflects this.— Department of Health (@roinnslainte) April 24, 2020
The National Public Health Emergency Team met today to continue its ongoing review of Ireland’s response to COVID-19.
Following the meeting, NPHET recommends adopting the ECDC case definition on testing for COVID-19. The NPHET also recommends retention of the current prioritisation categories.
Dr. Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said: “Every indicator to date suggests that the growth of this disease has either stabilised or suppressed. This is a testament to the efforts made by every individual across Ireland over recent weeks. There is no doubt that your efforts have saved many lives.
“It shows that when public health advice is followed, we can suppress this virus in the long term. Keep going.”
