COVID19
A novel (new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans was identified in December 2019. The virus is called Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) and the disease that it causes is called Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). The Department of Health is leading the government response in Ireland to COVID-19 and are providing up to date COVID-19 public health information and guidance.