Covid-19 death reported by National Records of Scotland is wrong say NHS Western Isles

Statistics released today (Wednesday, April 23rd) by the National Records of Scotland (NRS) has resulted in confusion over the status of Covid-19 cases in the Western Isles.

The NRS information detailed in its ‘week 16’ report indicated that there had been one death linked to the virus in the Western Isles between April 13th and 19th, however when the Gazette sought further information on the case from NHS Western Isles, the health body clarified that this official information actually misrepresents the situation in the region.

In a statement to the paper this afternoon, a spokesperson, explained: “NHS Western Isles can confirm that this case relates to an individual who was admitted to hospital with COVID-19 symptoms.

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“The individual was tested for COVID-19 whilst in hospital, but tragically passed away before the test result was received back.

“Prior to receiving the results of the test, COVID-19 was recorded on the death certificate.

“The test result, however, has since come back negative.”

They added: “To clarify, there have been no COVID-19 related deaths in the Western Isles.”