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Coronavirus: Deaths On The Isle Of Wight Rise To 22

The number of people who have died on the Isle of Wight after testing positive for coronavirus has risen to 22 - a rise of 1 since yesterday. According to the latest figures from Public Health England, one more death has been recorded since yesterday (Saturday).

Alistair Flowerdew, Medical Director at Isle of Wight NHS Trust, said:

“Sadly, we can confirm that a person being cared for at St Mary’s Hospital who had tested positive for coronavirus has died.

“The woman was in her 80s and had underlying health conditions.

“Her family has been informed and our thoughts and deepest condolences are with them at this difficult and distressing time.”

As previously reported, 21 people on the Isle of Wight have recovered from coronavirus.

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