Chesterfield Royal Hospital reveals how many of its patients have virus

At the time of publication, it has been confirmed that a total of 17 patients have sadly died at the Royal after testing positive for Covid-19.

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Angie Smithson, chief executive for Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, has expressed her condolences to the loved ones of those who have passed away.

She added: “We are incredibly grateful to our hospital, community-based and GP surgery colleagues who are working so hard in these unprecedented circumstances.

“We are asking everyone in our local communities to help to keep our staff safe by staying home to protect the NHS and to help save lives.”

The Derbyshire Times has asked the Royal how many people have been discharged from the hospital after testing positive for Covid-19. We will bring you this information when we have it.

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