The number of coronavirus cases across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire has increased by six according to figures released today (June 15).
Across the UK, there are 298,136 lab-confirmed cases of Covid-19 and 41,969 people have now passed away after testing positive.
This represents an increase of 1,279 and 233 respectively over the past 24 hours.
In Nottingham, there are now 624 confirmed coronavirus cases - a rise of two over the same time period.
There has also been an increase in Nottinghamshire, where the total now stands at 1,464 - four more than the last reported figure.
The full breakdown of cases is as follows:
Gedling - 224 (no change)
Rushcliffe - 198 (no change)
Mansfield - 135 (two new cases)
Newark and Sherwood - 170 (no change)
Ashfield - 247 (one new case)
Broxtowe - 241 (one new case)
Bassetlaw - 249 (no change)
England’s chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty has today said a dexamethasone trial “will save lives around the world”.
The cheap steroid was found to reduce Covid-19 deaths by up to a third among patients suffering the worst effects of the virus.
Prof Whitty said: “This is the most important trial result for Covid-19 so far.
“Significant reduction in mortality in those requiring oxygen or ventilation from a widely available, safe and well known drug.
“Many thanks to those who took part and made it happen. It will save lives around the world.”
