The Department of Health has reported a further 17,071 confirmed cases of Covid-19 today.
The number of Covid-19 patients hospitalised has risen to 717 of which 87 are in ICU.
Forty-eight patients with Covid-19 were recorded at Letterkenny University Hospital last night.
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly said: “Our case numbers are high and concerning, but good to see the rate of hospitalisations has fallen dramatically compared to this time last year.”
“Our vaccination rollout has been superb. We have the 2nd highest uptake of booster vaccines in the EU. This is something everyone should be really proud of – an incredible national effort. Studies show you’re up to 8 times more likely to end up in hospital if unvaccinated.
“Our death rate from Covid remains one of the lowest in the EU. While we have lost friends, family and loved ones to this terrible virus, many more would have suffered without your incredible efforts and sacrifices.”
