Two more Covid 19 deaths confirmed

Another nine people have been diagnosed with Covid-19 in the Republic of Ireland.
A further two deaths have also been confirmed.
It brings the death toll to 1,740, and the total number of cases to 25,498. No new cases have been reported in Donegal, where the confirmed total remains at 465.
Four more cases of Covid-19 have been reported in Northern Ireland.
Two further people have also died of the virus.
It brings the death toll to 554, while there are 5,747 confirmed cases.

Statement from the National Public Health Emergency Team
 
The Health Protection Surveillance Centre has today been informed that a total of 2 people with COVID-19 have died.
There has now been a total of 1,740 COVID-19 related deaths in Ireland.
As of midnight Thursday 2^nd July, the HPSC has been notified of 9 confirmed cases of COVID-19. There is now a total of 25,498 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ireland. 
The HSE is working to identify any contacts the patients may have had to provide them with information and advice to prevent further spread.
The COVID-19 Dashboard provides up-to-date information on the key indicators of COVID-19 in the community.
Dr. Ronan Glynn, Acting Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said; “Ireland’s 14 day incidence of COVID-19 is now less than 3 cases per 100,000. This is amongst the lowest in Europe and demonstrates that the disease remains suppressed in our communities. The key to maintaining this status is responsible individual behaviours and avoiding any complacency.”
“HIQA’s report on mortality today demonstrates that we have comprehensively recorded deaths relating to COVID-19 in Ireland by following the recommended WHO approach.
“We have consistently recorded and published data on all deaths where a person had COVID-19 or was suspected to have COVID-19. This reporting gives us a robust understanding of the impact of the disease in Ireland and continues to inform our response.”