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That's 40% of the total.
40 per cent of people tested for Covid-19 last week were under the age of 18.
The HSE carried out nearly 177,000 tests, and about 70,000 were on children.
1,423 new cases of the virus were confirmed here yesterday, while the five-day moving average is 1,330.
National lead for testing and tracing, Niamh O'Beirne, says last week was a very busy week for Covid swabbing.
Niamh O'Beirne, says the demand has increased recently
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Daniel Kinahan Set To Apply For Bail
The alleged crime boss appeared before the Special Criminal Court for the third time today.
Former Swimming Coach George Gibney Jailed For Over 15 Years For Sexual Abuse Of Children
He sat beside the dock in a wheelchair and did not react when sentenced
Robert Pether Returning To Ireland After Five-Year Iraqi Detention
The UN had said Mr Pether's detention was illegal.
Over 23,000 Teachers Beginning Industrial Action Today
Members will also engage in the all-out strike action planned for this Wednesday (14 October)
New Funding Announced For Youth Services And Counselling In Kildare On World Mental Health Day
The Government has announced €11 million in additional mental health funding to coincide with World Mental Health Day today.
Jury In Triple Murder Trial Of Louth Family Sent Home
Robert O'Connor has pleaded not guilty to the three murders of his family members
Appointment Cancellations Expected As Strikes To Take Place Next Week
The HSE says emergency departments will remain open and urgent cancer treatment and dialysis appointments will still go ahead
Families Face Delays Arranging Funerals Amid Pressure On Post-Mortem Services
It's due to a shortage of pathologists and mortuary staff
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