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A leading scientist at Harvard University has said he is surprised by the Irish Government s attitude towards the public after he made an appearance on Prime Time.
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Dublin GP cautions use of antigen tests as business spokesman calls for public awareness campaign on rapid tests
Updated: 11 May 2021, 12:44
A DUBLIN GP has urged caution with the use of antigen tests for Covid-19 after a business spokesman called for a public awareness campaign to instruct people on how to carry out the tests properly.
Last week, Lidl announced it was selling five rapid Covid-19 tests for €25, with stocks almost selling out in a matter of days.
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However the Government is already using these tests in meat factories and hospitals and they may have a role to play in colleges returning following a report from a group of experts which found the tests will be a helpful tool in reopening the country.
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Some people in Ireland are still failing to follow public health advice on how to prevent the transmission of COVID-19, according to a Dublin GP.
Dr Ray Walley, from the GP Expert Advisory Group on COVID-19, said that the same mistakes are being made now that occurred in the earlier stages of the pandemic.
There were four further deaths related to COVID-19 and 434 new cases confirmed yesterday by NPHET.
The 14-day incidence rate per 100,000 of the population now stands at 129.7.
It comes as further restrictions will be eased from Monday, with many businesses opening their doors again for the first time in months.
Dublin GP warns some people will continue to make the same mistakes as COVID restrictions ease
He highlighted that the nation must be careful if we want a meaningful summer
People walking with masks on Grafton Street (Image: Collins Photo Agency)
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The Chief Medical Officer is asking people not to rely on supermarket antigen tests
13:28 Saturday, 08 May 2021
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The Chief Medical Officer has warned people not to buy antigen tests on sale in supermarkets.
Dr Tony Holohan has said that people cannot be sure they’re reliable.
And he is worried that people will think they do not need to follow restrictions if they have a negative antigen test.
Dr Ray Walley, from GP Expert Advisory Group on Covid-19 has said that in some cases, people had a negative antigen test but then had a positive PCR test.
From Monday, three households will be able to meet outdoors in groups of up to six.