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NPHET concerned over spread of Covid-19 in run up to Christmas

Dec 17, 2020 12:27 By News Northern Sound
NPHET concerned over spread of Covid-19 in run up to Christmas
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The National Public Health Emergency Team has raised strong concerns about the spread of Covid-19 - with just over a week until Christmas. Restrictions on

The National Public Health Emergency Team has raised strong concerns about the spread of Covid-19 - with just over a week until Christmas.

Restrictions on family gatherings and inter-county travel are due to be eased from tomorrow.

Today's meeting of NPHET comes amid growing concern about some of the Covid-19 trends.

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The 14 day incidence rate now stands at 87 per 100 thousand and the 5-day average has increased to 339 cases.

The Chief Medical Officer says those indicators are moving in the "wrong direction" and that the country's in a precarious position.

Infectious diseases expert, Professor Sam McConkey, says the rising numbers could mean more restrictions are needed in January.

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From tomorrow, people from two other households can visit your home and you can travel outside your county.

Dublin-based GP Ray Walley has seen a recent increase in older patients with Covid symptoms. That's why health officials are urging people to reduce their social contacts as much as possible - with just eight days to go until Christmas.

It's also been confirmed Covid-19 vaccinations will start across the EU on the 27th, 28th and 29th December.

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European regulators will meet on Monday to discuss approval of the Pfizer jab.

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