News - Coronavirus
Government ready 2 million antigen tests for Covid close contacts
Some experts are warning the public that antigen tests are not a 'magic bullet' to bring Covid 19 under control by itself.
Oct 20, 2021 07:30
Longford records highest Covid transmission rate in the country today
There have been 1,180 cases of Covid-19 in the Shannonside Northern Sound Region in the last 7 days.
Oct 19, 2021 13:41
Cabinet to decide on reopening plans this morning
The reopening won't see as many restrictions eased as previously thought.
Oct 19, 2021 07:38
HSE warns parents over spread of Covid misinformation on Whatsapp
The messaging service has been found to be a popular method of spreading misinformation.
Sep 28, 2021 13:49
Covid incidence rate decreasing across the Shannonside region
Three local areas are being monitored for higher levels of virus transmission.
Sep 24, 2021 08:45
177,000 Covid-19 tests carried out nationwide last week
The HSE carried out nearly 177,000 tests, and about 70,000 were on children.
Sep 22, 2021 07:43
Longford Covid-19 transmission levels on the rise
There are currently 60 patients with Covid-19 in local Hospitals.
Sep 21, 2021 13:20
Figures show over 300 Covid deaths across the region since pandemic began
A further 1,413 people have tested positive for Covid-19 today.
Sep 16, 2021 17:52
Close to 5,500 people left on PUP in Shannonside Northern Sound region
The rate of the PUP has now been reduced at all levels
Sep 15, 2021 17:38
Close to 100 Covid positive patients among local hospital admissions
Hospitalisation figures have stabilised nationally over the last week.
Sep 10, 2021 13:17
Organised indoor gatherings to resume today as Covid restrictions ease
Many other restrictions also ease today, with live music allowed indoors at weddings and in bars.
Sep 6, 2021 07:28
1,789 covid cases recorded today along with 20 new deaths this week
Longford has one of the highest 14 day incidence rates nationwide
Sep 1, 2021 18:05
Strokestown GAA suspends minor club activities over Covid concern
The club is wishing all players, trainers and parents good health in what they describe as a difficult time.
Aug 23, 2021 13:05
Local GP urges those refusing Covid-19 vaccines to reconsider their choice
Dr Kelly believes while everyone is entitled to their own opinion on the jabs, he thinks it's foolish to put yourself at risk by refusing them.
Aug 5, 2021 17:20Shannonside Newsletter
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