Five further people have died as a result of COVID-19.
There are 727 new cases.
The Department of Health #COVID19 dashboard has been updated with latest data.
727 individuals have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 24 hours. Sadly, another 5 deaths have been reported. https://t.co/YN16dmGzhv pic.twitter.com/JEh7wMrTPy
— Department of Health (@healthdpt) October 26, 2020
Meanwhile, there has been a COVID-19 outbreak on a ward at the Ulster Hospital in Dundonald, according to the South Eastern Trust.
Five patients and six staff are said to be affected.
Karen Robinson is working with Covid positive patients who are on ventilators and unable to eat and drink, to ensure they are still getting the nutrition they need during treatment for Covid-19. She is calling on everyone to help protect our health service. pic.twitter.com/KbAj5gS2w6
— Belfast Trust (@BelfastTrust) October 26, 2020