Coronavirus: Public Health England confirms five cases Nottinghamshire

There are five confirmed cases of coronavirus in Nottinghamshire, Public Health England has revealed.

The figures in the county were released at 8am today (Tuesday, March 10).

Dr Fu-Meng Khaw, centre director, PHE East Midlands, said: “Public Health England is contacting people who had close contact with five of the latest confirmed cases of COVID-19. The cases are residents of Nottinghamshire and recently returned from Italy.

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

Jonathan Gribbin, director of public health for Nottinghamshire County Council, said: “I’d like to reassure people that the risk to the general public remains low and the local authority is working with health colleagues to do everything we can to stop the virus spreading and ensure the people of Nottinghamshire are protected.

“Good hygiene is the best prevention and there are some simple steps you can take to protect you and your family by washing your hands regularly and thoroughly and if you cough, cover your mouth and nose with a tissue.

“If you have recently been to one of the affected areas and are feeling unwell, you should phone the NHS 111 helpline for further advice straight away ­— please don’t go to your doctor or a hospital.

"There’s lots of advice on how people can protect themselves online at www.nhs.uk/coronavirus.”

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