There have been two new deaths due to Coronavirus (Covid-19) recorded on the Isle of Wight.
The deaths were registered in Isle of Wight care homes in the week up to 31st July 2020.
This brings the total number of deaths on the Isle of Wight where Covid-19 is named on the death certificate to 86.
The figure is made up of 39 deaths in hospital, three deaths at home, one at the hospice and 43 deaths in care homes.
Confirmed Covid-19 cases
There has also been a slight increase in the number of confirmed cases on the Isle of Wight from 423 to 425 – making the rate per 100,000 of population 299.8.
Our thoughts are with all those who have lost loved ones and with the care and NHS staff who have worked so hard to help save lives.
Article edit
1pm 11th Aug 2020 – Care home deaths corrected from 42 to 43
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