The Health Protection Surveillance Centre has today been notified of 4 additional deaths related to COVID-19.
Of the deaths notified today 1 occurred in January, 1 occurred in February and 2 occurred in May.
There has been a total of 4,941 COVID-19 related deaths in Ireland.
As of midnight, Thursday 13th May, the HPSC has been notified of 425 confirmed cases of COVID-19. There is now a total of 254,870* confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ireland.
Of the cases notified today:
- 202 are men / 223 are women
- 78% are under 45 years of age
- 4% are over 65
- The median age is 29 years old
As of May 11, 2021, 1,922,913 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in Ireland:
- 1,408,105 people have received their first dose
- 514,808 people have received their second dose
Dr Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer at the Department of Health said: “Many of us have fond memories of our time in school, particularly the traditional celebrations that mark the formal end of in-school learning like graduation ceremonies for sixth-year students. I am aware that this is an important time in the lives of young adults as they take a break from studying for an evening to celebrate with friends.
“Unfortunately, this year, it is not possible for events of this nature to take place. It is very important that all students preparing to sit state exams in June take the necessary precautions now to ensure you do not contract COVID-19, particularly in the last remaining days before the commencement of the Leaving Cert. Do not attend graduation ceremonies or events. Take this time to restrict your social contacts and continue to follow the public health advice.”
Dr Abigail Collins, Consultant in Public Health Medicine, HSE: “Schools have been advised that they should not have end of year graduations ceremonies for sixth year students in whole year groups or facilitate the attendance of parents or other family members either on the school premises or in any other locations.
“It is very important not to carry out any activities that may put sixth year students at risk of exposure to COVID-19. Schools are also asked to strongly encourage students to act responsibly and not to attend any social events or gatherings which greatly increase the risk of spreading COVID-19.”
