Latest updates on COVID-19 (Coronavirus) – 23rd July 2021

July 23, 2021 ADMIN

The latest news as of 5pm on Friday 23 July – 1,386 cases confirmed: 1,386 additional cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed. 106 COVID-19 patients are in hospital, with 22 of those patients in intensive care (ICU). Dr. Ronan Glynn, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said:

This pandemic has provided a prime example of how easily misinformation can spread online, and many people have been exposed to information that is false, inaccurate, or misleading. This is known as misinformation and it started to spread about potential COVID-19 vaccines even before any had been developed. Unfortunately, it has undermined vaccination efforts in many countries, prolonging the pandemic and putting lives at risk.

All of us together can help to stop the spread of misinformation. Remember not every post on social media is reliable or accurate – if you are not sure, then don’t share.

In Ireland we are fortunate to have very high levels of vaccine confidence with fantastic uptake across all age groups to date. Of course, many people will have questions about their vaccine but it is important that they access accurate and reliable information in order to get these questions answered. Do not rely on unsubstantiated information shared online. Instead go to trusted sources including hse.ie and gov.ie. GPs and healthcare professionals will also be able to answer any questions you may have when you go to your vaccine appointment.

If YOU or SOMEONE YOU KNOW are struggling and need help check out the local help/support available on our dedicated COVID-19 page.

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