The positivity rate has been just 2% thus far.
There's been a 2% positivity rate among those presenting to a walk-in covid-19 testing facility in Offaly.
The centre is currently open in Tullamore between 11am and 7pm, with the area of eligibility extended to 15km.
Latest figures from the HSE show over 1,200 people have sought a test at the pop-up facility thus far.
The HSE's Head of Primary Care CHO 8, which includes the midlands, Dr. Niamh Clarke explains why they've expanded the parameters:
Almost €446,000 Allocated To Midlands Community Centres And Clubhouses
Ballinahown Community Hall received the highest amount in Westmeath.
Two People Killed In Offaly Following Fatal Crash
One person has been killed in the collision.
Midlands Family Takes On Ireland’s Fittest Family Challenge
The series continues this weekend.
5K Fundraiser To Support Motor Neurone Disease Association Takes Place In Westmeath
The event is taking place tomorrow.
No Slowing Down With Age As Westmeath Bowlers Shine At 14th Annual National Bowls Competition
Woman Appears In Court Over €280k Cannabis Seizure In Midlands
20kg of cannabis was discovered in the vehicle on the M7 in Portlaoise.
Status Yellow Fog Warning Issued For Leinster, Munster And Galway
The warning will come into affect tomorrow morning.
Call For More Public Toilets Across The Midlands And Beyond
Nearly 900 public toilet facilities are located throughout the country.
