Four residents at Fife care home battling covid outbreak die
A total of 21 have tested positive at Abbotsford Bayview in Methil, as well as 15 staff.
Last updated 6th Jan 2021
Four residents at a Fife care home at the centre of a coronavirus outbreak have died.
A total of 21 have tested positive at Abbotsford Bayview in Methil, as well as 15 staff.
The first positive case emerged on December 3 among a staff member. After this a 'sample' of residents were tested, where a a positive results was returned.
Both the positive staff member and first positive resident had attended a hospital appointment on 30th November.
Bosses say residents continue to be in isolation and add they're working with health officials and the Care Inspectorate.
A spokesperson said: " Regrettably, we must confirm that Abbotsford Bayview, Methil has had an outbreak of COVID19.
"Having been COVID free for the majority of the pandemic this outbreak is evidently upsetting for everyone though the Bayview community have rallied to support the home, residents, and staff.
"Throughout the duration of the pandemic Abbotsford Care, and the staff at Bayview, have followed strict guidance and implemented measures throughout the duration of lockdown.
"All Staff were being stringently tested as part of the weekly testing programme. It was from the weekly testing that the first positive staff member was identified.
"We wish to reassure everyone that all the necessary measures are in place. We are working closely with Health Protection Scotland and Fife Health and Social Care Partnership.
"We are continuing to work closely with the Care Inspectorate to whom we are reporting our progress regularly.
Residents continue to be in isolation with their health and well-being remaining our priority and staff are going above and beyond to support them through this difficult time.
"We want to thank you all for your continued support for our staff who have been working incredibly hard on the frontline during these unprecedented times.
Relatives and families have been kept regularly updated on changing circumstance within the home. And, as in any situation, where a resident becomes unwell, we maintain clear and comprehensive dialogue with families, whilst taking advice and following guidance from their GP and other health care professionals.
"If necessary, we will support relatives to visit their loved ones who may be at the end of life. This has and continues to be an incredibly difficult and challenging situation."
"Abbotsford continues with its endeavour to minimizing the effect this virus will have on our community."