631 new cases of Covid-19 have been reported today, which is the highest figure since April 1st.
50 people are being treated in hospital for the virus, 15 of which are in ICU.
Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tony Holohan says today’s figure is a cause of concerns and shows the disease is prevalent in communities again.
He’s asking young people in particular if they are not vaccinated yet, to hold firm until they’re vaccinated.