COVID-19: Death toll up to 230 at Salisbury District Hospital
Our thoughts are with their families and friends
Salisbury District Hospital have confirmed that two patients have passed away there, having tested positive for Covid-19.
This means the total number of fatalities is at 230 since the pandemic began.
A spokesperson for Salisbury District Hospital said:
"Sadly, we can confirm that two patients who had been cared for at Salisbury District Hospital and had tested positive for COVID-19 died on Saturday 4th December. One patient was in his 40s and had underlying health conditions. The other patient was in his 70s, also with underlying health conditions. Our thoughts and condolences are with the patients’ families and loved ones at this very difficult and distressing time.
230 patients in total have now passed away at Salisbury District Hospital, within 28 days of a positive COVID-19 test. There are currently 9 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, such as mask wearing in crowded places and good hand hygiene. 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 30th November, there have been 2,553 positive cases in Wiltshire.
That's a decrease of 276 on the previous week.
This means the county's rolling rate per 100,000 population is at 506.5.
The national average is 461.3.