The risk of catching coronavirus in Ireland is still low. This may change. However, most people may continue to go to work, school and other public places, as usual.
COVID-19 is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways. It's caused by a virus called coronavirus.
Follow the advice on how to protect yourself from coronavirus from the HSE
https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/coronavirus/coronavirus.html#Protect-yourself
Anyone who knows they have been in close contact with a confirmed case in the last 14 days and has symptoms (cough, shortness of breath, fever) should:
Close contact means either:
If you have these symptoms and have been in an affected area or in contact with a confirmed case, read this advice.
https://www2.hse.ie/conditions/coronavirus/advice-for-people-returning-from-affected-areas.html