We are at a critical point in tackling the spread of Covid-19 - Chief Superintendent Dunne
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The HSE has joined with the gardai and Kilkenny County Council to reiterate basic messages on preventing the spread of Covid-19.
Speaking as one in a special appeal and after a schedule of additional restrictions have come into force in recent days, the three principal agencies say the recent rise in figures for those contracting the virus are very concerning.
The agencies point to the hope being provided in 2021 by the roll out of the Covid-19 vaccine and are reminding everyone of the importance in ensuring older and vulnerable people are kept safe in the meantime, so that it can be availed of.