There have been another nine coronavirus-related deaths in the Republic.
59 new cases of the virus have also been confirmed today.
The total number of COVID-19 cases in the country since the outbreak began now stands at 24,929, while the number of deaths has reached 1,651 (including three previously reported deaths being denotified).
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Meanwhile, figures released earlier today showed 42 people are currently being treated for COVID-19 in intensive care units.
It compares to a peak of 160 patients last month.
The latest HSE figures also show 171 people are in hospital with a confirmed diagnosis - a drop of 22 since yesterday.
