COVID-19 Outbreak | CWM TAF MORGANNWG UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL BOARD
- Categories : Press Release
- 04 Nov 2020
Royal Glamorgan services update
Patients who dial 999 and require an emergency hospital admission are being taken to the Royal Glamorgan Hospital, after temporary changes to emergency admissions were brought in last month. In addition, surgical and other planned activity is restarting in a phased and safe way.
GP emergency referral patients, and anyone who self-presents at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital and requires an emergency admission following assessment, is also being admitted there.
Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Linked COVID-19 cases – 160
Deaths in linked COVID-19 cases – 47
*numbers correct as of 26/10/2020
Prince Charles Hospital
Linked COVID-19 cases- 69
Deaths in linked COVID-19 cases – 11
*numbers correct as of 26/10/2020
Princess of Wales Hospital
Linked COVID-19 cases– 89
Deaths in linked COVID-19 cases – 11
*numbers correct as of 26/10/2020
Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda
Linked COVID-19 cases– 26
Deaths in linked COVID-19 cases – (figure not subject to release due to small case numbers and impact on patient privacy)
*numbers correct as of 26/10/2020
Maesteg Hospital
Linked COVID-19 cases – 22
Deaths in linked COVID-19 cases – (figure not subject to release due to small case numbers and impact on patient privacy)
*numbers correct as of 26/10/2020
Emergency departments
We are appealing to everyone in our communities to help us manage the pressures that we are experiencing across our hospital sites. You can help by really considering whether accessing our Emergency Departments is the appropriate line of action for your health care needs. The Emergency Department is for emergency cases ONLY. We encourage everyone at this time to consider where alternative services can provide the care suitable for their needs, such as the NHS 111 Wales website, minor injury units, pharmacies and GP services. Details can be found on our website.
CTM UHB statement
Medical Director for CTM UHB Dr Nick Lyons said:
“Infection rates continue to rise at a concerning rate in our communities. It is up to all of us as individuals to take seriously our responsibilities and to adhere to the restrictions of the 17 day lockdown period. By doing this, you will be helping us to get this virus under control and protect everyone, including the most vulnerable, in our communities.
“If you are suffering from any of the symptoms of COVID-19 please access a test as soon as possible. Remember that you are still contagious even if your symptoms are mild, so please come along to one of our test centres.”
All media enquiries must be directed to CTM.News@wales.nhs.uk