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Covid Chaos: Cases Surge in Ireland

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Urgent warnings and changing symptoms - the latest on the Covid surge in Ireland!

Covid cases have spiked in Ireland over the past week, with 1,042 confirmed cases causing concern at the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC). Transmission levels are now described as 'moderate to high', and three deaths have been linked to the virus. The HPSC issued an urgent warning about the significant rise in cases, with Kerry alone representing nearly 5% of the national total. As Covid symptoms evolve, taking a test is crucial due to the varying presentations of the virus.

Visitor restrictions at Kilkenny hospital highlight the impact of Covid-19, alongside rising numbers in the south of Ireland, particularly in Cork. The summer season brings no respite, with fears of a Covid-19 wave looming at home and abroad. The combination of rising infections and summer activities poses a significant challenge for public health.

In the recent week, the number of recorded Covid-19 cases increased by 60%, with over 1,000 confirmed cases reported. This surge reflects a growing trend of infections, impacting hospitals and communities nationwide. As the virus continues to spread, vigilance and adherence to health guidelines are essential to curb the outbreak.

Amidst concerns of a summer wave, the HPSC emphasizes the importance of monitoring symptoms closely and getting tested promptly if any signs of Covid-19 arise. The evolving nature of the virus underscores the need for ongoing vigilance and swift actions to protect public health and safety.

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Covid cases jump in past week with 1042 confirmed (Irish Examiner)

The HPSC is now describing the transmission levels here as 'moderate to high', as it recorded three deaths linked to the virus.

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Significant rise in Covid-19 cases in Ireland, HPSC confirms (Independent.ie)

There has been a significant rise in the number of confirmed cases of Covid-19 in the past week, the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) confirmed.

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5% of COVID cases reported nationally last week are in Kerry (Radio Kerry)

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Urgent warning over 'significant rise' in Covid-19 cases in Ireland – 6 ... (The Irish Sun)

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Several wards at Kilkenny hospital closed to visitors amid Covid-19 ... (Fingal Independent)

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Covid numbers increase in the south of Ireland | Cork Independent (Cork Independent)

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Significant rise in Covid cases being reported (Echo Live)

Last week, there were 1,042 confirmed cases of the virus notified to the Computerised Infectious Disease Reporting system (CIDR), an increase of 60% compared to ...

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Number of recorded Covid-19 cases increases by 60% in a week (The Irish Times)

More than 1000 confirmed cases of disease as numbers in hospital with infections rises from 312 to 486.

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No escaping Covid-19 summer wave either at home or abroad as ... (Independent.ie)

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COVID is on the rise again (Axios)

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As COVID-19 ticks up in some places, US health officials ... (OPB News)

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