COVID-19: First death in nearly a month at Salisbury District Hospital
Our thoughts are with their family and friends
Last updated 24th Nov 2021
Salisbury District Hospital have confirmed that a one patient has passed away there, having tested positive for Covid-19.
This means the total number of fatalities is at 228 since the pandemic began.
It's the first one recorded in nearly a month, with the last coming on October 24th.
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 Monday 22nd November. The patient was in his 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.
228 patients in total have now passed away at Salisbury District Hospital, within 28 days of a positive COVID-19 test. There are currently 8 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.”
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In the seven days to 18th November, there have been 2,915 positive cases in Wiltshire.
That's a increase of 565 on the previous week.
This means the county's rolling rate per 100,000 population is at 578.9.
The national average is 421.