Over 40% of people in ICU with Covid are under the age 50, CMO says

Community swabber Aly Murray carrying out a Covid test at the first no appointment rural walk in/ drive in testing center for Covid-19 at the Randal Og GAA Club, Dunmanway, West Cork. Picture: Dan Linehan

Of the 54 people being treated in intensive with Covid-19, 43% are under 50, the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) has said.

"This is a stark reminder to all of us to continue to adhere to the public health guidance and to ensure to receive both doses of Covid-19 vaccine as soon as it is offered," Dr Tony Holohan said in a statement this evening.