Coronavirus care home death toll at 43

Barnsley Council has revealed that 43 people have died in borough care homes after testing positive for Covid-19.
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Official statistics have revealed how many people died outside of hospitals up until April 27, providing a clearer picture of the total deaths in the region.

This is in addition to the 69 deaths recorded under Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust as of April 28.

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Outbreaks of the virus have been confirmed in 13 care homes across Barnsley, which are closed to visitors.

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Julia Burrows, director for public health at Barnsley Council, said: “We’re aware cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed in residents at 13 homes in Barnsley.

"The homes are currently closed to visitors and new residents.

“Since Wednesday April 15, there has been a total of 43 deaths at homes, although this includes people who may have died for underlying health reasons unrelated to Covid-19.

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“Staff at the homes have been given health advice about the symptoms of coronavirus and are closely monitoring residents and their own health, looking for symptoms such as fever, a cough or difficulty breathing.

“A number of residents who are experiencing symptoms of Covid-19 are being isolated within their rooms or cared for in a separate area of their care home, whilst members of staff with symptoms are self-isolating at home.

“We’re working closely with Public Health England and NHS partners to support the care homes to try and stop the virus spreading.”

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