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New Ross electoral area sees Covid-19 rate up over 1,000% in a week 14-day incidence rate at 659.7 cases per 100,000 people, up from 57.7 a week ago
Thu, Dec 24, 2020, 18:56 Updated: Thu, Dec 24, 2020, 18:57
The electoral area of New Ross in Co Wexford has seen its 14-day incidence rate of Covid-19 increase by more than 1,000 per cent in the space of just one week.
New data published on the Government’s Covid-19 data hub shows the New Ross local electoral area has the highest 14-day incidence rate in the State. It now has 659.7 cases per 100,000 people, up from 57.7 a week ago. The area added 183 Covid-19 cases in the fortnight leading to December 21st, more than any other local electoral area in the Republic.
Mind yourself this Christmas: How to care for your mental health during the festive period
It’s no surprise that many people find the festive period to be a tough time. By Hayley Halpin Thursday 24 Dec 2020, 6:45 AM Dec 24th 2020, 6:45 AM 12,135 Views 13 Comments
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CHRISTMAS TIME CAN be an incredibly stressful time for many people.
With so much going on and so many demands on your time and attention, it’s no surprise that many people find the festive period to be a tough time.
It’s not unusual for people living with mental health conditions to feel overwhelmed by the festivities.
Pfizer-BioNtech s vaccine has just been authorised for use in Ireland, says health minister
The first doses will be administered in Ireland on 30 December. By Ian Curran Thursday 24 Dec 2020, 8:07 PM Dec 24th 2020, 8:07 PM 43,819 Views 85 Comments
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HEALTH MINISTER STEPHEN Donnelly has signed a regulation authorising the use of Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine in Ireland.
The first shipment of the vaccine is due to arrive on St Stephen’s Day and the first doses will be administered on 30 December.
In a tweet sent earlier this evening, the Wicklow TD said he was “delighted to report” the news.