UK novel coronavirus deaths rises to 21
By Bo Leung in London |
chinadaily.com.cn |
Updated: 2020-03-14 23:18
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Ten more people who tested positive for the novel coronavirus have died, the UK Department of Health said, bringing the death toll in the UK to 21.
Chris Whitty, chief medical officer, said the 10 patients were in the at-risk group.
The total number of deaths has almost doubled in the past 24 hours, going up from 11 to 21.
“I understand this increase in the number of deaths linked to COVID-19 will be a cause for concern for many. The public should know every measure we are taking is seeking to save lives and protect the most vulnerable,” Whitty said.
As of 9:00 on Saturday, 37,746 people have been tested in the UK, of which 1,140 were confirmed as positive.
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