For the second day in a row, no more Covid-19 deaths have been reported in the Republic of Ireland.
Just four more cases of the virus have also been confirmed today.
The death toll remains at 1,741, while there are 25,531 cases.
There's no change in the number of confirmed cases in Waterford. As of midnight on Saturday there were 158 cases since the outbreak began.
Dr. Ronan Glynn, Acting Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said; "If an environment does not feel safe, or it means you are unable to follow public health advice, do not risk it and go elsewhere.
"Between mid-May to the end of June, 35% of those identified as a close contact of a confirmed case did not take up the offer of a test. Every case has the potential to turn into a cluster, which in turn has the potential to spread through a community. If you are identified as a close contact, please take up the offer of a test without delay."
Rachel Kenna, Chief Nursing Officer, Department of Health, said; "If allowed to spread, COVID-19 has the potential to overwhelm our health service. Our healthcare workers remain on the frontline of this pandemic, and it is each individuals choices that will determine what our health service will face in the coming weeks and months. Please continue to follow the guidelines; physically distance, wash your hands regularly, use cough/sneeze etiquette, wear a face covering appropriately."
Dr. Colm Henry, Chief Clinical Officer, HSE, said; "Vulnerable and older people rely on the actions of each and every one of us for their safety. If the virus begins to spread in our communities, these fellow-citizens will be most at risk. We should have no doubt by now that the decisions we make, which are in line with public health advice, will save lives."
