This week has seen our vaccination programme continue to make progress. So far, 547,585 vaccinations have been delivered in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire while the pressure on our hospitals continues to decline.

The NHS is urging anyone who qualifies for a jab, but has not yet received one, to book an appointment. Those who are currently eligible include over 50s, frontline health and social care workers as well as those who are clinically vulnerable and carers. Read more here.

Hospitals

• We have seen 53 admissions relating to Covid-19 in the seven days to 4 April, which compares to 55 in the previous 7 day period
• We have 111 beds occupied by Covid+ patients as of the 6 April, this compares to 128 on 28 March
• Of those 111 beds, 8% were mechanically ventilated
• In the week from 1-7 April there were 5 deaths in our hospitals down from 6 in the previous week

Vaccinations

• Latest data shows that in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire we have administered 547,585 vaccinations with 28,217 in the last week (8 December – 4 April)
• A breakdown of the figures, alongside ONS population estimates, show vaccines have been administered to 96.5% of people aged 80+, 100% of people aged 75-79, 97.6% of people aged 70-74, 92.5% of people aged 65-69,  96.3% of people aged 60-64, 93.4% of people aged 55-59 and 87.1% of people aged 50-54.  

Amanda Sullivan, Accountable Officer at NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire CCG, said: “Latest figures show a continuing decline in admissions to our hospitals relating to Covid-19, which is reducing the pressure within the system. However, there are still more than 100 beds occupied by Covid patients, which means we need to continue to be cautious. In light of this, I would urge the public to be sensible when we enter the next step of the Government’s roadmap to make sure we don’t undo all the positive work we have achieved so far.

“We still continue to offer the Covid-19 vaccine to over 50s and those who need it most in cohorts 1-9. Please continue to come forward for your vaccine if you are eligible. As society begins to open up, it is more important than ever that you are fully protected.”

Remember

The NHS is here for you and so if you are concerned about a new lump or mole or have any other health issues then please get in touch with your GP or in an emergency call 999. If you are unsure which service you need, call 111 or go to 111 Online who will advise you on the best service for your needs. 

If you have symptoms of coronavirus, including a new continuous cough, a high temperature or a loss of, or change in, your normal sense of smell or taste, then get a test by calling 119 or go online to https://www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test 

For more information about the Covid-19 vaccination programme, please click here.

For information on how to book a Covid-19 vaccination appointment, please click here.