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COVID: 6 deaths; 39 news cases; 1 additional in Waterford

COVID: 6 deaths; 39 news cases; 1 additional in Waterford
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Six more people with Covid-19 have died in the Republic.

The death toll associated with the disease stands at 1,645.

Data from the Health Protection Surveillance Centre shows an additional case for Waterford, as of midnight on Wednesday there were 152 confirmed cases since the outbreak began.

39 new cases of coronavirus have been reported to the Department of Health, bringing the total number of positive tests to 24,876.

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Dr. Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said; "As we approach the last week of Phase 1 it is encouraging to see ICU and hospital admissions declining, the number of new cases remaining stable and a 90% recovery rate in the community.

"Moving into next week, I would urge everyone to look back at the progress we have made over the past number of weeks and maintain our efforts to suppress COVID-19 into the future."

Dr. Ronan Glynn, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said; "Over the bank holiday weekend, we encourage everyone to enjoy the warm weather within recommended guidelines.

"Public health advice currently recommends outdoor meetings of up to 4 people outside of your household, at a physical distance of 2 metres and within 5km of your home."

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Dr Siobhán Ni Bhriain, Consultant Psychiatrist and HSE Integrated Care Lead, said; "As we emerge out of our homes social distancing can pose real challenges for all, especially those in our vulnerable groups who may be enjoying the outdoors for the first time in weeks. Protect each other by keeping a 2 metre distance."

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