Northern Ireland has today reported its lowest increase in Covid-19 cases in six months.
One further Covid-19 death and 121 new cases were confirmed in Northern Ireland today.
Northern Ireland’s Chief Medical Officer Dr Michael McBride received his Covid-19 vaccine today as the scheme opens to everyone aged over 50.
‘I was delighted to get the AstraZeneca vaccine this morning’ – Chief Medical Officer Dr Michael McBride welcomed the opportunity to get his first #COVID19 vaccine earlier today. pic.twitter.com/sRhIRQkiJq
— Department of Health (@healthdpt) March 15, 2021
Chief Medical Officer Dr Michael McBride stated: “We need to vaccinate those most at risk and those around them. The more of us who are vaccinated, the more we are all protected. Vaccination alone will not provide 100% protection but it will change the balance in our favour against this virus. When your turn comes, don’t delay, get the jab. Protect yourself and others.”
