Coronavirus cases and fatalities in Ireland
The number is based on confirmed diagnostic tests. It is very likely that the true number of COVID-19 cases is higher as many cases are asymptomatic.
New COVID-19 cases and fatalities per day in Ireland
This is a good indicator of “flattening the curve” — when there is a steady decreasing trend, it is an indicator that the spread of the disease is slowing down.
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What is the 2019 novel Coronavirus?
A novel (new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans was identified in Wuhan, China in December 2019. This virus is called Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and the disease that it causes is called Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). The first cases of COVID-19 were identified in people working in seafood and live animal market in Wuhan. It is thought that humans picked up the virus from animals at the market
COVID-19 Symptoms
It can take up to 14 days for symptoms of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) to show. They can be similar to the symptoms of cold and flu.
Common symptoms include:
- a fever (high temperature – 38 degrees Celsius or above)
- a cough – this can be any kind of cough, not just dry
- shortness of breath (breathing difficulties)
If you have symptoms, you may be more likely to become dehydrated.
More information on the symptoms and causes of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is available from the HSE.
Coronavirus in Ireland News:
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GP REQUIRED: Well-established GP Practice requires a GP for 6+ sessions per week with a view to full time employment in Donegal Town. The post GP Required – Donegal Town appeared first on Irish … - September 23, 2021GP Required – Dundrum, Dublin 14
We are currently seeking a vocationally trained (MICGP or equivalent) GP for a position in his surgery with flexible sessions in Dundrum, Dublin 14, starting 18th October 2021 to provide Maternity Lea … - September 21, 2021Practice Nurse Required – North Dublin
Role: GP General Practice Nurse Job Description: Cremore Clinic, a well-established GP practice located in North Dublin city requires a full-time nurse (ideally) or part-time also considered to join t … - September 21, 2021Consulting Rooms Available – Dublin
Medical consulting rooms, newly refurbished. The post Consulting Rooms Available – Dublin appeared first on Irish Medical Times. … - September 20, 2021Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist – St. Vincent’s Hospital, Fairview
The post Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist – St. Vincent’s Hospital, Fairview appeared first on Irish Medical Times. … - September 17, 2021If you tolerate this, your children will be next
One of the great things about my job is that I get to use up all my impotent rage. The post If you tolerate this, your children will be next appeared first on Irish Medical Times. … - September 17, 2021New podcast launched for those living with migraine
A new first-of-its-kind podcast series in Ireland has launched to support people living with migraine. The post New podcast launched for those living with migraine appeared first on Irish Medical Time … - September 17, 2021Beyond Migraine Podcast — Episode 3: Migraine and Exercise
Episode three explores the impact exercise can have on migraine This article is part of a sponsored series linked to each Beyond Migraine podcast episode brought to you by the Migraine Association of … - September 17, 2021Fighting Blindness to host virtual retina conference
World-renowned retina experts will take to a virtual Irish stage to showcase today’s scientific breakthroughs revolutionising tomorrow’s patient care. The post Fighting Blindness to host virtual retin …