63 Covid-related deaths confirmed as CMO anticipates rise in fatalities over coming weeks

24/08/2021 Dr Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer said that while vaccination has helped to prevent many serious illnesses and deaths, the virus still poses a threat. Picture: Gareth Chaney/Collins

The Chief Medical Officer has warned that compliance with the basic public health measured will be critical in the weeks ahead as restrictions ease and infection rates remain high.

Dr Tony Holohan's words come as 2,148 cases of Covid-19 were confirmed by the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC).