69 people hospitalised in Dorset with Covid-19
Dorset hospitals are treating the highest number of patients since March 2021, for Covid-19
69 people are currently in Dorset hospitals being treated for Covid-19.
The latest figures comes from Public Health Dorset, who say that's the highest figure since March 2021.
The number of deaths related to COVID-19 has remained relatively stable over the past few weeks.
Infection levels in the county remain high are people are being asked to 'act with caution.'
Families with school children are being urged to continue to take part in regular testing.
They're urging us to take these steps:
1) Get plenty of fresh air by meeting outdoors or opening doors and windows. This reduces your chances of catching or spreading COVID-19.
2) Take twice weekly lateral flow tests. They are free, quick and easy and will help you check you're not unknowingly passing the virus to others.
3) Get vaccinated against COVID-19. It's not too late if you haven't had your first or second dose yet, and if you're eligible for a booster jab please take up the offer.