Coronavirus cases in Ayrshire have risen to 254 this afternoon.
The latest figures released today show a rise of 14 from yesterday.
Across Scotland, 218 people have died as a result of COVID-19 and 3,345 patients have tested positive.
Coronavirus cases by health board:
Ayrshire and Arran – 254
Borders – 110
Dumfries and Galloway – 127
Fife – 173
Forth Valley – 208
Grampian – 177
Greater Glasgow and Clyde – 851
Highland – 85
Lanarkshire – 427
Lothian – 476
Shetland – 40
Tayside – 410
Orkney – 4
Western Isles – 3
Symptoms of coronavirus...
The symptoms of coronavirus are:
- a cough
- a high temperature
- shortness of breath
But these symptoms do not necessarily mean you have the illness.
The symptoms are similar to other illnesses that are much more common, such as cold and flu.
How to avoid catching or spreading coronavirus...
- wash your hands with soap and water often – do this for at least 20 seconds
always wash your hands when you get home or into work
use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available
cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze
put used tissues in the bin straight away and wash your hands afterwards
try to avoid close contact with people who are unwell
do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean
If you think you may have the coronavirus, do not go to a GP surgery, pharmacy or hospital. Call 111 if you need to speak to someone.
