COVID-19: Deaths up to 225 at Salisbury District Hospital
Our thoughts are with their family and friends
Salisbury District Hospital have confirmed that a further patient has passed away there, having tested positive for Covid-19.
This means the total number of fatalities is at 225 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 21st October. 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.
225 patients in total have now passed away at Salisbury District Hospital, within 28 days of a positive COVID-19 test. There are currently 18 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 16th October, there have been 3,980 positive cases in Wiltshire.
That's a increase of 2,067 on the previous week.
This means the county's rolling rate per 100,000 population is at 789.6.
The national average is 455.7.