The slight rise in Covid-19 cases over the past few days has raised some concerns among health officials, and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tony Holohan warns that those who ignore the guidelines are “at risking progress.” doing.
Ireland is now past half of the six-week Level-5 blockade that took place on October 22nd.In the meantime, the 14-day incidence Overall, it decreased by 50%, and it decreased significantly. In some counties.
On Thursday, Dr. Philip Nolan, chair of the NPHET modeling group, said there was a “significant continuous improvement” in the number of cases of Covid-19.
Next day but NPHET Reported 482 new cases of virusThe daily increase in cases, said Holohan, was “an important reminder of the unpredictable nature of this highly infectious disease.”
“We must not allow our success so far, and we must be vigilant against the spread of the disease,” he said.
However, NPHET may have hoped that this reminder was momentary and nothing more, but Saturday reported an additional 456 cases and six deaths. This daily total of cases was compared to the previous two Saturdays when 335 and 416 cases were confirmed.
This increase drove Holohan to more serious commentary, noting that the five-day moving average increased again and that NPHET was “concerned.”
“Analysis of today’s data shows that the 5-day moving average of cases has increased from 354 to 392. Based on promising trends over the last three weeks, higher than expected numbers have recently been seen. We are concerned that this progress is at stake. We need to remember that the virus is still very active in the community and we cannot be vigilant, “he said. Said.
yesterday Since then, NPHET has reported 378 new cases. Covid-19 numbers are lower than in the last two days, but are at the top of the average increase over the last five days.
The numbers urged Holohan to say that the increase in incidents “continued for days.” But this time, the CMO has mentioned two specific concerns for social gatherings and funerals.
Holohan also said last Thursday that funerals were a problem and that NPHET saw reports of “awakening and other rallies, not just the church part of the funeral.”
His comments on socializing came when a video clip of people gathered on the streets of Dublin and Cork on Saturday night was shared online and news coverage was generated.
“The average number of cases per day for 5 days is increasing and now exceeds 400 per day. This is a worrying development that has been going on for the last few days. Many things that relate to us. Can be seen, “he said yesterday.
There are examples of a few people gathering for social purposes and simply ignoring important public health messages. They are endangering our collective progress.
“There are also many outbreaks across the country. These include funeral-related outbreaks. I understand that this is a difficult time for my family, but it promotes the transmission of the virus. It is very important to do everything possible to avoid the situation. “
The CMO also reiterated that people should work from home.
“There were also outbreaks related to the work environment. When we enter the new week, we need to be at home for reasons other than essential reasons and personal exercise within 5 km. Anyone who can work from home Everyone needs to work from home. “
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Dr. Mary Fabier of NPHET said today at RTÉ’s Morning Ireland that people are happy to adhere to the guidelines, as Holohan specifically mentions socializing and funerals as possible causes of the outbreak. I did.
“I think I’m both complacent and tired, so I think the number of cases has increased in the last few days,” she said.
I think everyone thought that stroking the back should work pretty well. But I think there was a fray around the edge. And we’ve seen cases where it’s a social congregation on the street, whether it’s at work or around a funeral. I think people are looking away from the ball.
Favier also talked about the upcoming Christmas period, saying he was particularly concerned about “how to use alcohol in the coming weeks” and the possibility of people “relaxing vigilance.”
Dr. Gabriel Scully said yesterday that “the alcohol experience at Covid-19 is not a happy experience” and that he needs to be “very careful” before considering whether the pub can be reopened. It was.
Talking about the recent increase in incidents, Scally said Ireland is doing well compared to much of Europe, but the second wave has proven difficult to fight.
“I think the second wave is much worse than most people expected in many countries and has proven to be a bit stubborn in lowering the numbers,” he said.
“But I think it’s because many countries were too late to act. I think Ireland didn’t. I think it’s doing very well in Ireland. Congratulations to everyone, and NPHET I think I call it completely correct. “
