Using official data (not RIP.ie), it appears we've had *at least* 1,140 more deaths than we would have expected in the first half of 2020.
Interesting discoveries discussed 👇 1/
1⃣At older ages, we've seen ~1,250 more deaths than expected.
👉 unsurprising given what we know about the virus.
2⃣At ages under 55 we've seen ~120 fewer expected deaths.
👉 suggests that the restrictions may have had a protective effect on younger people. 2/
