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43 people are in ICU with the virus.
Health officials have reported 438 new cases of covid-19 in the Republic.
There are currently 116 patients in hospital with the virus, of which 43 are receiving intensive care.
As of midnight, Saturday 22nd May, the @hpscireland has been notified of 438* confirmed cases of #COVID19.
— Department of Health (@roinnslainte) May 23, 2021
43 in ICU. 116 in hospital.
*Daily case numbers may change due to future data validation.