COVID-19: Death toll up to 235 at Salisbury District Hospital
Our thoughts are with their families and friends
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 235 since the pandemic began.
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 on Thursday 13th January. The patient was in her 80s and had underlying health conditions. Our thoughts and condolences are with the patient’s family and loved ones at this very difficult and distressing time.
235 patients in total have now passed away at Salisbury District Hospital, within 28 days of a positive COVID-19 test. There are currently 16 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. COVID-19 booster vaccinations are also available for those who are eligible.”
LATEST CASES
In the seven days to 8th January, there have been 6,022positive cases in Wiltshire.
That's a decrease of 289 on the previous week.
This means the county's rolling rate per 100,000 population is at 1,194.7.
The national average is 1,695.4.