Coronavirus: Concern as local rise in COVID-19 hospitalisations continues, as cases dropped 23-29 July
During the seven-day period between 23-29 July 2021:
- 527 new cases reported
- A decrease of 46% on the previous week
- The 7-day infection rate for Shropshire was 163.1 per 100,000
- It was 269.3 per 100,000 for the West Midlands, and 291.0 for England
- 27 hospital beds were occupied by COVID-19 patients
- 1 COVID-19-related death in a local hospital
23-29 July 2021 COVID-19 cases and hospitalisation figures locally
Rachel Robinson, Shropshire Council’s director of public health, said:-
“The number of hospitalisations from COVID-19 has been steadily increasing locally every week and that is concerning. We need to focus on ensuring all adults over the age of 18 are double jabbed. Two doses of the vaccine gives the best protection against the virus.
“It is positive however to see the number of cases reducing significantly during this period. We can all play our part to keep Shropshire safe this summer. Follow the six simple steps – regular hand washing, face coverings in busy places, good ventilation indoors, regular testing, double vaccination, and using the NHS app to check in. These are basic things we can all do to help stop the spread.”
Dean Carroll, Shropshire Council’s Cabinet member for public health, said:
“Thanks to the tremendous effort of our partners in the NHS, it’s never been easier to get a vaccine. There is a range of walk-in clinics across Shropshire where people can get vaccinated without the need for an appointment.
“I’d also like to remind people that we have a Mobile Testing Unit which moves around Shropshire, offering PCR tests. It’s currently in Shifnal and will remain there until Sunday 15 August. Residents can get a test between 9am and 3pm. If you have any symptoms of COVID-19, even if it’s mild, please book online and get a test.”
Details of walk-in clinics can be found here.
For more information about testing in Shropshire and how to book a PCR test click here.
