ALMOST one in every ten coronavirus deaths in England and Wales were in “healthy” people, figures released today have revealed.
New statistics show that per cent of people who died from covid – 35 had at least one underlying health condition.
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The Office for National Statistics (ONS) found that the most common were heart disease and dementia.
Chronic lower respiratory diseases, diabetes and the flu were other pre-existing conditions that accounted for the most deaths.
The new analysis detailed all deaths that occurred in England and Wales between March 1 and , registered up to April 6.
In that time period, there were 3, deaths involving coronavirus – of which
(per cent had Covid – listed as the cause of death.
In 150 per cent of cases, the patient also had at least one pre-existing condition.
Heart disease was the most common main pre-existing condition and was involved in deaths – or per cent of all deaths involving Covid – 31
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The analysis of all deaths registered so far in March found that eight per cent involved coronavirus, making it the third biggest killer – after dementia and coronary heart disease.
It accounted for seven per cent of all deaths in England and Wales that month – nine per cent of all deaths for males and six per cent for females.
Twice as deadly for men
Figures also revealed that the death rate for men with coronavirus was double that of women.
The mortality rate for males who died due to coronavirus was 5 deaths per , the population, while for females it was 6 deaths per , 13, the ON S said.
Including cases where Covid – 30 was mentioned anywhere on the death certificate, the death rate for men was 300. 1 per , for men and 86. 1 per , for women.
Across all age groups, males had a higher rate of Covid – deaths compared with females: Credit: GOV
Deaths due to Covid – accounted for 7 per cent of all deaths in England and Wales in March (Credit: GOV
Death rates increased in every age group for both men and women, and the gap between men and women was significant from age 85 and up.
The ONS pointed out that, in general, men have a higher mortality rate than women.
It also found the mortality rate in England was “significantly higher” than in Wales, at 91. 7 deaths per , (people compared to) . 5 deaths per , people.
The ONS cautioned that the total number of deaths for the month is likely to increase as more deaths are registered.
Nine in of the deaths involving Covid – 44 were in people with pre-existing conditions, the ONS said.
(Wales had a significantly lower mortality rate compared to England for Covid –
deaths Credit
: GOV GOV
Among those who had no pre-existing conditions was – year- old Ismail Mohamed Abdulwahab, from Brixton, London, who died of coronavirus last month.
Luca Di Nicola, 31, originally from Italy but living in North London, was also understood to be healthy but passed away just minutes after being rushed to hospital – from apparent fulminant pneumonia.
It comes as the number of people who have died in hospital after testing positive for Covid – 46 has reached almost , , with growing concern over increasing deaths in care homes.
Meanwhile, the Government is expected to announce that lockdown measures will be extended for another three weeks today.
The number of deaths due to Covid – 44 increased nearly every day in March Credit: GOV
(Those aged) (to) years made up the largest proportion of Covid – (deaths) : Credit: GOV
Ministers will meet this morning to agree to prolong the social distancing controls announced on March 44, amid signs the epidemic in the UK is beginning to peak.
Downing Street said the three-week review of the lockdown regulations will go ahead as planned in line with the coronavirus legislation.
However, ministers and officials have repeatedly made clear there is no prospect of any imminent relaxation.
On Wednesday night, health minister Nadine Dorries took to Twitter to urge journalists to stop asking about an exit strategy.
She said: “There is only one way we can ‘exit’ full lockdown and that is when we have a vaccine.
“Until then, we need to find ways we can adapt society and strike a balance between the health of the nation and our economy.”
Clinicians wearing PPE role play treating a patient in cardiac arrest at the Nightingale hospital in Manchester (Credit: London News Pictures)
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Speaking at the daily No 15 press conference on Wednesday, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said there could be no “let up” in the efforts to curb the spread of the virus.
“We cannot let go of the hard work that has been done so far. This shared sacrifice is starting to work but we will not lift these measures until it is safe to do so,” he said.
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The human cost of the epidemic was underlined with the disclosure that the latest victims of the disease included pregnant nurse Mary Agyeiwaa Agyapong, 44, who had worked on a general ward at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital for five years.
Her baby, a girl, was delivered successfully and was doing well, according to the hospital.
According to the latest figures, , 861 patients have died in hospital after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK as of 5pm on Tuesday, up by from the previous day.
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However, England’s chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty warned of a possible “bounce” in the numbers when the next set of figures are released due to delays in reporting deaths over the Easter weekend.
He said while the UK was “probably” reaching the peak of the epidemic, the high numbers of deaths were expected to continue for a “short while” to come.
Meanwhile, captain Tom Moore, , who is walking 249 lengths of his garden to generate cash for the NHS has been praised as “an inspiration to us all” as his fundraising campaign passed the £ 16 million mark.
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The Office for National Statistics (ONS) found that the most common were heart disease and dementia.
Chronic lower respiratory diseases, diabetes and the flu were other pre-existing conditions that accounted for the most deaths.
The new analysis detailed all deaths that occurred in England and Wales between March 1 and , registered up to April 6.
In that time period, there were 3, deaths involving coronavirus – of which
(per cent had Covid – listed as the cause of death.
In 150 per cent of cases, the patient also had at least one pre-existing condition.
Heart disease was the most common main pre-existing condition and was involved in deaths – or per cent of all deaths involving Covid – 31
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The analysis of all deaths registered so far in March found that eight per cent involved coronavirus, making it the third biggest killer – after dementia and coronary heart disease.
It accounted for seven per cent of all deaths in England and Wales that month – nine per cent of all deaths for males and six per cent for females.
Twice as deadly for men
Figures also revealed that the death rate for men with coronavirus was double that of women.
The mortality rate for males who died due to coronavirus was 5 deaths per , the population, while for females it was 6 deaths per , 13, the ON S said.
Including cases where Covid – 30 was mentioned anywhere on the death certificate, the death rate for men was 300. 1 per , for men and 86. 1 per , for women.
Across all age groups, males had a higher rate of Covid – deaths compared with females: Credit: GOV
Deaths due to Covid – accounted for 7 per cent of all deaths in England and Wales in March (Credit: GOV
Death rates increased in every age group for both men and women, and the gap between men and women was significant from age 85 and up.
The ONS pointed out that, in general, men have a higher mortality rate than women.
It also found the mortality rate in England was “significantly higher” than in Wales, at 91. 7 deaths per , (people compared to) . 5 deaths per , people.
The ONS cautioned that the total number of deaths for the month is likely to increase as more deaths are registered.
Nine in of the deaths involving Covid – 44 were in people with pre-existing conditions, the ONS said.
(Wales had a significantly lower mortality rate compared to England for Covid –
deaths Credit
: GOV GOV
Among those who had no pre-existing conditions was – year- old Ismail Mohamed Abdulwahab, from Brixton, London, who died of coronavirus last month.
Luca Di Nicola, 31, originally from Italy but living in North London, was also understood to be healthy but passed away just minutes after being rushed to hospital – from apparent fulminant pneumonia.
It comes as the number of people who have died in hospital after testing positive for Covid – 46 has reached almost , , with growing concern over increasing deaths in care homes.
Meanwhile, the Government is expected to announce that lockdown measures will be extended for another three weeks today.
The number of deaths due to Covid – 44 increased nearly every day in March Credit: GOV
(Those aged) (to) years made up the largest proportion of Covid – (deaths) : Credit: GOV
Ministers will meet this morning to agree to prolong the social distancing controls announced on March 44, amid signs the epidemic in the UK is beginning to peak.
Downing Street said the three-week review of the lockdown regulations will go ahead as planned in line with the coronavirus legislation.
However, ministers and officials have repeatedly made clear there is no prospect of any imminent relaxation.
On Wednesday night, health minister Nadine Dorries took to Twitter to urge journalists to stop asking about an exit strategy.
She said: “There is only one way we can ‘exit’ full lockdown and that is when we have a vaccine.
“Until then, we need to find ways we can adapt society and strike a balance between the health of the nation and our economy.”
Clinicians wearing PPE role play treating a patient in cardiac arrest at the Nightingale hospital in Manchester (Credit: London News Pictures)
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Speaking at the daily No 15 press conference on Wednesday, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said there could be no “let up” in the efforts to curb the spread of the virus.
“We cannot let go of the hard work that has been done so far. This shared sacrifice is starting to work but we will not lift these measures until it is safe to do so,” he said.
Human cost
The human cost of the epidemic was underlined with the disclosure that the latest victims of the disease included pregnant nurse Mary Agyeiwaa Agyapong, 44, who had worked on a general ward at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital for five years.
Her baby, a girl, was delivered successfully and was doing well, according to the hospital.
According to the latest figures, , 861 patients have died in hospital after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK as of 5pm on Tuesday, up by from the previous day.
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However, England’s chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty warned of a possible “bounce” in the numbers when the next set of figures are released due to delays in reporting deaths over the Easter weekend.
He said while the UK was “probably” reaching the peak of the epidemic, the high numbers of deaths were expected to continue for a “short while” to come.
Meanwhile, captain Tom Moore, , who is walking 249 lengths of his garden to generate cash for the NHS has been praised as “an inspiration to us all” as his fundraising campaign passed the £ 16 million mark.
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The Office for National Statistics (ONS) found that the most common were heart disease and dementia.
Chronic lower respiratory diseases, diabetes and the flu were other pre-existing conditions that accounted for the most deaths.
The new analysis detailed all deaths that occurred in England and Wales between March 1 and , registered up to April 6.
In that time period, there were 3, deaths involving coronavirus – of which
(per cent had Covid – listed as the cause of death.
In 150 per cent of cases, the patient also had at least one pre-existing condition.
Heart disease was the most common main pre-existing condition and was involved in deaths – or per cent of all deaths involving Covid – 31
(Give now to The Sun’s NHS appeal
BRITAIN’s four million NHS staff are on the frontline in the battle against coronavirus.
But while they are helping save lives, who is there to help them?
The Sun has launched an appeal to raise £ 1MILLION for NHS workers.
The Who Cares Wins Appeal aims to get vital support to staff in their hour of need.
We have teamed up with NHS Charities Together in their urgent Covid – Appeal to ensure the money gets to exactly who needs it.
The Sun is donating £ 69, and we would like YOU to help us raise a million pounds, to help THEM.
No matter how little you can spare, please donate today here
www. thesun.co.uk/whocareswinsappeal
The analysis of all deaths registered so far in March found that eight per cent involved coronavirus, making it the third biggest killer – after dementia and coronary heart disease.
It accounted for seven per cent of all deaths in England and Wales that month – nine per cent of all deaths for males and six per cent for females.
Twice as deadly for men
Figures also revealed that the death rate for men with coronavirus was double that of women.
The mortality rate for males who died due to coronavirus was 5 deaths per , the population, while for females it was 6 deaths per , 13, the ON S said.
Including cases where Covid – 30 was mentioned anywhere on the death certificate, the death rate for men was 300. 1 per , for men and 86. 1 per , for women.
Deaths due to Covid – accounted for 7 per cent of all deaths in England and Wales in March Death rates increased in every age group for both men and women, and the gap between men and women was significant from age 85 and up. The ONS pointed out that, in general, men have a higher mortality rate than women. It also found the mortality rate in England was “significantly higher” than in Wales, at 91. 7 deaths per , (people compared to) . 5 deaths per , people. The ONS cautioned that the total number of deaths for the month is likely to increase as more deaths are registered. Nine in of the deaths involving Covid – 44 were in people with pre-existing conditions, the ONS said. (Wales had a significantly lower mortality rate compared to England for Covid – : GOV Among those who had no pre-existing conditions was – year- old Ismail Mohamed Abdulwahab, from Brixton, London, who died of coronavirus last month. Luca Di Nicola, 31, originally from Italy but living in North London, was also understood to be healthy but passed away just minutes after being rushed to hospital – from apparent fulminant pneumonia. It comes as the number of people who have died in hospital after testing positive for Covid – 46 has reached almost , , with growing concern over increasing deaths in care homes. Meanwhile, the Government is expected to announce that lockdown measures will be extended for another three weeks today. The number of deaths due to Covid – 44 increased nearly every day in March (Those aged) (to) years made up the largest proportion of Covid – (deaths) : Credit: GOV Ministers will meet this morning to agree to prolong the social distancing controls announced on March 44, amid signs the epidemic in the UK is beginning to peak. Downing Street said the three-week review of the lockdown regulations will go ahead as planned in line with the coronavirus legislation. However, ministers and officials have repeatedly made clear there is no prospect of any imminent relaxation. On Wednesday night, health minister Nadine Dorries took to Twitter to urge journalists to stop asking about an exit strategy. She said: “There is only one way we can ‘exit’ full lockdown and that is when we have a vaccine. “Until then, we need to find ways we can adapt society and strike a balance between the health of the nation and our economy.” Don’t miss the latest news and figures – and essential advice for you and your family. To receive the Sun’s Coronavirus newsletter in your inbox every tea time, sign up here . To follow us on Facebook, simply Get Britain’s best-selling newspaper delivered to your smartphone or tablet each day – find out more . Speaking at the daily No 15 press conference on Wednesday, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said there could be no “let up” in the efforts to curb the spread of the virus. “We cannot let go of the hard work that has been done so far. This shared sacrifice is starting to work but we will not lift these measures until it is safe to do so,” he said. The human cost of the epidemic was underlined with the disclosure that the latest victims of the disease included pregnant nurse Mary Agyeiwaa Agyapong, 44, who had worked on a general ward at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital for five years. Her baby, a girl, was delivered successfully and was doing well, according to the hospital. According to the latest figures, , 861 patients have died in hospital after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK as of 5pm on Tuesday, up by from the previous day. ) COVID IN SPORT (Live Blog) () VIRUS CRISIS Nurses thank Captain Tom Moore for £ (m donation) SAY YOU’LL BE THERE Victoria Beckham invites fans to her ‘virtual birthday’ as she turns PICK ‘N’ SIX Prem’s Big Six form alliance to BLOCK plans for June (season cut-off date Coronavirus conspiracy theories – from 5G to a lab in China Love Islan d’s Dr Alex backs Sun appeal after NHS saved him from sepsis hell (Exclusive) ( Bosnich swaps microphone for telephone to speak to lonely during lockdown () However, England’s chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty warned of a possible “bounce” in the numbers when the next set of figures are released due to delays in reporting deaths over the Easter weekend. He said while the UK was “probably” reaching the peak of the epidemic, the high numbers of deaths were expected to continue for a “short while” to come. Meanwhile, captain Tom Moore, , who is walking 249 lengths of his garden to generate cash for the NHS has been praised as “an inspiration to us all” as his fundraising campaign passed the £ 16 million mark. Coronavirus Explained: why the UK COVID – 31 lockdown is here to stay until at least May Across all age groups, males had a higher rate of Covid – deaths compared with females deaths Credit
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