The HSE estimates it could spend €1.8 billion on Covid-19 related costs by the end of the year.
So far the health service has spent an additional 400 million euro as a result of the outbreak.
The cost of PPE and carrying out contact tracing are the two of the main burdens on the HSE'S finances.
CEO Paul Reid says the inflated cost of PPE hasn't helped.
More than 13 Million Covid-19 Cases Diagnosed Worldwide
The total number of cases of Covid-19 across the world has exceeded 13 million.
Cut To Pandemic Unemployment Payment Still On The Table
The government hasn’t ruled out a cut to the pandemic unemployment payment.
Doubt Cast On Whether Pubs Can Fully Re-Open Next Monday
The full reopening of pubs, and how to limit the number of tourists travelling into this country, will be discussed by public health officials later.
Coronavirus Cases In Ireland Rise To 25,638 With 1,746 Deaths
The total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in the Republic of Ireland has risen to 25,628 with 707 cases in County Wicklow.
Gardai Renew Appeal For Information On Missing Woman From Gorey
Gardai are seeking the public's help in locating a 50-year-old woman from the Gorey area since the weekend.
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