Blackpool Victoria Hospital announce two more people have died while being treated for Covid-19

The two further deaths brings the total to seven to patients who have died at the hospital being treated for the virus.

A man aged 88 and a woman aged 66 are the latest victims. No details have been released if they already had underlying health issues.

Kevin McGee, chief executive for the hospital said:

“We can confirm that, sadly, a further two patients have died who tested positive for Covid-19 while being treated at Blackpool Victoria Hospital.

“They were a man aged 88 and a woman aged 66.

“Our thoughts and condolences remain with the patients’ families and loved ones at this difficult time.”

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