Today the HPSC confirms a further 22 cases of COVID-19 in the Republic of Ireland.

This brings the total number of confirmed cases in Ireland to 25,374.

2 further deaths are being reported today.

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Statement from the Health Protection Surveillance Centre:

The Health Protection Surveillance Centre has today been informed that a total of 2 people with COVID-19 have died.

There have now been a total of 1,715* COVID-19 related deaths in Ireland.

As of midnight Friday 19 June the HPSC has been notified of 22 confirmed cases of COVID-19. There is now a total of 25,374** confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ireland.

The HSE is working to identify any contacts the patients may have had to provide them with information and advice to prevent further spread.

The COVID-19 Dashboard provides up-to-date information on the key indicators of COVID-19 in the community.

Dr. Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said: “Of the 22 confirmed cases we are reporting to you today, 9 of these were diagnosed in people under the age of 35. It is important for us all to remember that COVID-19 is a disease that can affect everyone, of any age or background. No one should feel that this is a disease that does not affect them.”

“This virus is highly infectious and, as a result, the return of widespread community transmission remains a very real risk. To protect us all, especially our oldest and most vulnerable, personal preventative behaviours such as good and frequent hand washing, social distancing and respiratory etiquette remain as crucial as they were at the outset of this crisis.”

*Validation of data at the HPSC has resulted in the denotification of 1 death. The figure of 1,715 deaths reflects this.

**Validation of data at the HPSC has resulted in the denotification of 16 cases. The figure of 25,368 cases reflects this.

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