News
Kerry sees no increase in COVID cases once again
&
The Health Protection Surveillance Centre has today (Monday) been informed that a total of 4 people with COVID-19 have died.
There have now been a total 1,547 COVID-19 related deaths in Ireland.
As of 11am Monday, the HPSC has been notified of 88 confirmed cases of COVID-19. There is now a total of 24,200 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Ireland.
Kerry’s figure has once again remained the same at 307.
Today’s data from the HPSC, as of midnight, Saturday, May 16 (24,036 cases), reveals:
- 57% are female and 43% are male
- the median age of confirmed cases is 48 years
- 3,127 cases (13%) have been hospitalised
- Of those hospitalised, 391 cases have been admitted to ICU
- 7,615 cases are associated with healthcare workers
- Dublin has the highest number of cases at 11,693 (49% of all cases) followed by Kildare with 1,367 cases (6%) and then Cork with 1,361 cases (5%)
- Of those for whom transmission status is known: community transmission accounts for 60%, close contact accounts for 37%, travel abroad accounts for 3%
“On the first day of Ireland moving into Phase One of reopening we have experienced the lowest number of deaths since March 27,” Dr Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health, said. “We have suppressed the virus and limited its impact on public health. We need to sustain this in the weeks and phases ahead.”
Dr Ronan Glynn, Deputy Chief Medical Officer, said that every death is one too many, but the collective effort to date has saved many lives.
“We must save more by practicing physical distancing, especially in queues and public spaces, respiratory etiquette and hand washing.”
Dr Siobhan Ni Bhriain, Consultant Psychiatrist and HSE Integrated Care Lead, said: “Moving into a new phase in Ireland’s response to COVID-19, we now have an opportunity to increase our exercise activity up to 5 kilometres and participate with a friend outside of the household. I would urge anyone who can, to take advantage of this in order to improve mental health and wellbeing.”
News
Kerry Coaches named Transport & Logistics Family Business of the Year
The team at Kerry Coaches is celebrating this week after being named Transport & Logistics Family Business of the Year at the prestigious Family Business Awards 2025. After a competitive […]
Kerry Coaches named Transport & Logistics Family Business of the Year
The team at Kerry Coaches is celebrating this week after being named Transport & Logistics Family Business of the Year...
Irish feature film set for Killarney cinema debut
A new feature film, created by Irish writer and director Liam O Mochain, is set for release in Killarney next...
Local pharmacies restock Lions ‘Message in a Bottle’
Killarney pharmacies are restocked with ‘Message in a Bottle’, an initiative by Killarney Lions Club. It is a small plastic...
HSE confirms new feasibility study for Killarney Primary Care Centre
The Health Service Executive (HSE) has confirmed that it has begun a new feasibility study to identify a suitable site...
24th gold medal in National Tidy Towns Awards
Killarney has secured its 24th Gold Medal at the 2025 SuperValu Tidy Towns Competition, continuing the town’s long-standing record of...
Lakers aiming to secure first win at home to Malahide
The Utility Trust St Paul’s Lakers will be hoping for a turn of fortunes this weekend after suffering a defeat...
Killarney Athletic stalwart Donie does it for the love of the game
Ahead of Killarney Athletic’s 60th anniversary, Adam Moynihan spoke to club stalwart and current chairman Donie Murphy about his passion...
Hosts Killarney defeat neighbours Tralee in local ‘Ryder Cup’
A team representing Killarney Golf and Fishing Club took part in a Ryder Cup style tournament against their neighbours from...
Clifford brothers to test their game against golf’s elite
Kerry footballers Paudie and David Clifford will take on some of the biggest names in golf when they line out...
Athletic’s Luke Doolan Signs for Kerry FC
Killarney teenager Luke Doolan has signed for Kerry FC, making the move from local side Killarney Athletic. The 17-year-old forward...
