Coronavirus in Yorkshire: First case confirmed in Calderdale as regional total jumps to 44

A first case of coronavirus has been confirmed in Calderdale as the regional total has jumped to 44.

In a joint statement, Calderdale Council and PHE confirmed that a Calderdale resident has tested positive for the virus.

PHE cannot disclose the location of the resident, but a spokesman says specialists are working with Calderdale Council and the NHS to support close contacts.

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A first case of coronavirus has been confirmed in Calderdale (Photo: Isabel Infantes AFP via Getty Images)A first case of coronavirus has been confirmed in Calderdale (Photo: Isabel Infantes AFP via Getty Images)
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Dr Andrew Furber, Centre Director for PHE Yorkshire and Humber, said: “Public Health England is contacting people who had close contact with the latest confirmed case of COVID-19.

"Close contacts will be given health advice about symptoms and emergency contact details to use if they become unwell in the 14 days after contact with the confirmed case.

“This tried and tested method will ensure we are able to minimise any risk to them and the wider public.”

A total of 590 people in the UK have tested positive for coronavirus as of 9am on Thursday, up from 456 at the same point on Wednesday, the Department of Health said.

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There are 44 confirmed cases in Yorkshire and the North East, with a regional breakdown expected to be published later this afternoon.

Calderdale Council’s Director of Public Health, Paul Butcher said: “On behalf of the council I’d like to send the patient our best wishes and we hope they have a speedy recovery.

"The Calderdale resident acquired the infection whilst abroad and has been isolated and is receiving appropriate medical care.

“We have well-rehearsed plans in place to control the spread of infection; working closely with Public Health England, the NHS and all our health and care partners.

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“Although the risk of infection is currently low, it’s really important that everyone does their bit to protect themselves and the people around them, particularly those who are more vulnerable because they have a weakened immune system or a long term medical condition.

“The best way to protect yourself from COVID-19 is to regularly wash your hands with soap and water."

Anyone who thinks they have symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) is advised to use the NHS 111 online service.

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