It's the first time in three months that the figure has gone above 1,000.
The number of Covid patients in hospital has gone above 1,000, for the first time in three months.
Today's number is 1,055 - almost three times as high as a month ago.
Latest figures show there are 38 patients in intensive care with the virus.
The HSE is urging those who are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine or a booster and who have not yet received it to get their vaccine.
It said is particularly important given the recent increase in the numbers of confirmed cases of COVID-19.
Appointments and walk-in clinics are available at the Punchestown and Citywest vaccination centres.
People can also self-schedule their appointments on hse.ie
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