Coronavirus: The locations and ages of 10 people who have died in the UK as death toll reaches 21

Ten more people have died after testing positive for coronavirus, bringing the total number of deaths in the UK to 21.
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There had previously been 10 confirmed deaths of people with coronavirus in England and another person in Scotland.

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The new deaths, announced by NHS England, involve patients from nine trusts including:

A sign outside Watford General Hospital relating to the Coronavirus pandemic. Picture: Jonathan Brady/PA WireA sign outside Watford General Hospital relating to the Coronavirus pandemic. Picture: Jonathan Brady/PA Wire
A sign outside Watford General Hospital relating to the Coronavirus pandemic. Picture: Jonathan Brady/PA Wire

- A man in his late 70s, who was admitted to Wycombe Hospital with underlying health conditions and was later tested positive for Covid-19, a Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust spokesman confirmed.

- A man in his mid 80s, who had underlying health conditions and had died after testing positive for Covid-19, according to a Sandwell & West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust spokesman. He was a patient at City Hospital.

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- A man in his 80s, who was a patient at New Cross Hospital with underlying health conditions and had tested positive for Covid-19, a Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust spokesman said.

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- A man in his 80s, who was a patient at the Leicester Royal Infirmary and had tested positive for Covid-19, a University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust spokesman said.

- Another two deaths of patients who had tested positive for Covid-19 were confirmed by the Barts Health NHS Trust in London. They are believed to have had underlying health conditions.

- There were two deaths of patients who were being cared for by the Barts Health NHS Trust in London. They had tested positive for Covid-19 and are believed to have had underlying health conditions.

- A man in his 90s who tested positive for Covid-19 and died at St George's Hospital, south west London. Jacqueline Totterdell, chief executive at St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, said: "He had been extremely unwell, with significant other health conditions."

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- A man in his 80s, who had underlying health conditions and had tested positive for Covid-19, a North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust spokesman said.

- A man in his 80s, who had underlying health conditions and had tested positive for Covid-19, according to Dame Jacqueline Docherty, the London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust's chief executive. He died at Northwick Park Hospital in Harrow, north west London.

- A man in his 80s, who had underlying health conditions and had tested positive for Covid-19, who died at The Countess of Chester Hospital.

Coronavirus: the facts

What is coronavirus?

COVID-19 is a respiratory illness that can affect lungs and airways. It is caused by a virus called coronavirus.

What caused coronavirus?

The outbreak started in Wuhan in China in December 2019 and it is thought that the virus, like others of its kind, has come from animals.

How is it spread?

As this is such a new illness, experts still aren’t sure how it is spread. But.similar viruses are spread in cough droplets. Therefore covering your nose and mouth when sneezing and coughing, and disposing of used tissues straight away is advised. Viruses like coronavirus cannot live outside the body for very long.

What are the symptoms?

The NHS states that the symptoms are: a dry cough, high temperature and shortness of breath - but these symptoms do not necessarily mean you have the illness. Look out for flu-like symptoms, such as aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose and a sore throat. It’s important to remember that some people may become infected but won’t develop any symptoms or feel unwell.

What precautions can be taken?

Washing your hands with soap and water thoroughly. The NHS also advises to cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze; put used tissues in the bin immediately and try to avoid close contact with people who are unwell. Also avoiding touching eyes, nose and mouth unless your hands are clean.

Should I avoid public places?

Most people who feel well can continue to go to work, school and public places and should only stay at home and self isolate if advised by a medical professional or the coronavirus service.

What should I do if I feel unwell?

Don’t go to your GP but instead call NHS 111 or look online at the coronavirus service that can tell you if you need medical help and what to do next.

When to call NHS 111

NHS 111 should be used if you feel unwell with coronavirus symptoms, have been in a country with a high risk of coronavirus in the last 14 days or if you have been in close contact with someone with the virus.

Sources: World Health Organisation and NHS

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