There are 469 new cases of Covid-19 in the Republic.
103 patients are in hospital with the virus, with 38 in intensive care.
90 new cases were confirmed in the North today, with no additional deaths.
Death statistics aren't available in the Republic at the moment because of the cyber attack.
As of midnight, Wednesday 19th May, the @hpscireland has been notified of 469* confirmed cases of #COVID19.
103 in hospital. 38 in ICU.
*Daily case numbers may change due to future data validation.— Department of Health (@roinnslainte) May 20, 2021
HSE Head Gives Cyber Attack Update
Meanwhile the Head of the HSE says the hackers threatening to post data isn't a surprise.
The government says no direct request for a ransom has been made.
However Bloomberg reports that the criminals threatened to publish the data on Monday if they don't get $20 million.
The HSE says it can't confirm the threat as it has no direct contact with the hackers.
It still hasn't been identified how they gained access to the health services network.
Paul Reid says the process may take another week.
