Rise In Number Of Isle Of Wight Coronavirus Cases

Wednesday, 7 October 2020 16:24

By Oliver Dyer @olidyer

Two more people have tested positive for coronavirus on the Isle of Wight.

According to Public Health England, there have now been 486 confirmed cases on the Island since the pandemic began.

That number had stood at 184 following a rise of eight, as reported yesterday (Tuesday).

Two additional cases have since been recorded on the Island. One positive result has been added to Saturday's total (3) - and one to Friday's (2).

It means nine cases have been registered on the Isle of Wight so far this month (October).

Case numbers on the Island since October 1.

There have been no deaths on the Island since September 1.

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The Isle of Wight Council is advising us to follow the government guidelines: hands, face, space.

Wash your hands often and for at least 20 seconds or use hand sanitiser regularly.
Wear a face-covering where appropriate.
Keep space from other people; 2 metres or at least 1 metre apart.

If you or someone you know, displays any symptoms, no matter how mild, the council is urging you to get a free test by calling 119 or visiting NHS.uk

The council has also produced a self-isolation toolkit to help people prepare to self-isolate if they need to.

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