COVID-19: Deaths up to 238 at Salisbury District Hospital
Our thoughts are with their families and friends
Last updated 3rd Feb 2022
Salisbury District Hospital have confirmed that one patient has passed away there, having tested positive for Covid-19.
This means the total number of fatalities is at 238 since the pandemic began.
There have been 3 deaths so far this week.
A spokesperson for Salisbury District Hospital said:
“Sadly, we can confirm that a patient who had been cared for at Salisbury District Hospital and had tested positive for COVID-19 died yesterday, Wednesday 2nd February. The patient was in her 80s and had underlying health conditions. 238 patients in total have now passed away.
Our thoughts and condolences are with her family and loved ones at this very difficult and distressing time.
There are currently 25 COVID-19 positive patients being treated at the hospital.
We would ask the public to remain cautious and to take appropriate precautions to avoid transmission. We remind visitors to the hospital that they must wear a face mask when in the hospital and have a negative lateral flow test before entering the buildings. In addition, people should take up the invitation for a COVID-19 vaccine when offered. It is never too late to get a first vaccine.”
LATEST CASES
In the seven days to 28th January, there have been 5,950 positive cases in Wiltshire.
That's an increase of 996 on the previous week.
This means the county's rolling rate per 100,000 population is at 1,180.4.
The national average is 1,082.6.