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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Paul Britton

Seven more coronavirus deaths reported in Wales

A further seven patients in Wales who tested positive for coronavirus have died, it was confirmed by the NHS today.

The news brings the total number of people who have died in Wales to 12.

The deaths were confirmed by chief medical officer for Wales, Dr Frank Atherton.

It comes as the number of cases globally has passed 300,000, with more than 13,000 deaths.

The number of cases globally has passed 300,000 (Andrew Milligan/PA Wire)

Dr Atherton said: "It is with deep sadness I can confirm a further seven deaths of patients in Wales who tested positive for coronavirus (Covid-19).

"This takes the number of deaths in Wales to 12.

"My thoughts are with their families and friends, and I ask that their privacy is respected at this very sad time."

The Welsh Government said five people had died in the Royal Gwent Hospital, one in Nevill Hall and one in Prince Charles Hospital.

Coronavirus testing (AP)

All were in the high-risk category, either over 70 or with underlying health conditions, it added.

No further details have been released.

Across the UK, the number of people who have died after being diagnosed with coronavirus rose to 233 on Saturday.

Those at high risk due to coronavirus advised to self-isolate for 12 weeks

More than 5,000 have been diagnosed.

The latest figures are expected to be released later on Sunday.

Self-isolaters should be banned from travelling to rural parts of Wales during the coronavirus crisis, according to a Plaid Cymru politician.

Party leader Adam Price has written to First Minister Mark Drakeford demanding he stops people travelling to caravan parks, second homes and tourist accommodation across the country.

He said there are concerns about an influx of people into rural communities - putting even more pressure on local health and social care services.

Mr Price spoke out as would-be tourists are being urged to avoid beaches and other holiday destinations in the UK to limit the spread of Covid-19.

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