Mr Macalalad, who was born in the Philippines, had been diagnosed with type two non-insulin-dependent diabetes in 2011.In 2019, Mr Macalalad had surgery for pneumonia and a collapsed lung and the inquest heard that in March 2020 he was increasingly anxious about how his health conditions increased his vulnerability to coronavirus. The recent spike attributed to the Royal Glamorgan has continued and the health board is responsible for all but five of the infections inside hospitals across Wales in the week up to Tuesday. As of 9am on Tuesday, there had been a further 7,143 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK - the highest daily figure recorded since the outbreak began, although far more tests are being carried out than in the spring. Indoor visits to care homes are permitted, but the sector says guidelines have probably come too late for visits to resume over the approaching bank holiday weekend. "We are taking the outbreaks extremely seriously and the stringent and robust mitigating actions which have been taken across our sites are being closelyobserved. A hundred people are self-isolating after 14 COVID-19 cases are linked to a sports club awards evening in. Learn about community . The 12 areas of Wales under local lockdown restrictions are Caerphilly county borough, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, Newport, Blaenau Gwent, Cardiff, Swansea, the town of Llanelli, Neath Port Talbot, the Vale of Glamorgan, and Torfaen. 5 May Figures from the Office for National Statistics for the week ending 24 April show 21,997 deaths from all causes registered in England and Wales; this is a decrease of 354 from the previous week but still nearly twice the five-year average for the time of year. The health board's boss said it faced "incredibly challenging circumstances". "Staff at hospitals need to be protected and kept safe, and we need an urgent inquiry to establish what went wrong, and how not to repeat these mistakes elsewhere.". Dr Raja Biswas, consultant physician at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital in Llantrisant, who helped manage and worked on the frontline on dedicated Covid-19 wards, believes a second wave of infections . return to Royal Glamorgan Hospital. A further 71 people had died within 28 days of testing positive, bringing the UK total to 42,072. Public Health Wales reports another day without any COVID-19 deaths. Asked whether the First Minister thought people should avoid shopping in person over the festive period and move to online instead, he said: "What I say to people is just do it sensibly.". This was up on 640 from Wednesday. Dr Robin Howe of Public Health Wales warns that a spike in COVID-19 cases in locked down areas could lead to a rise in hospitalisations and deaths in those areas. Shoppers are warned not to panic buy as lockdown measures are introduced. 21 December Figures released by the Welsh Government indicate that school attendance was at 70% in the week of 7 December, with that figure falling to 50% among. Back in July it was revealed hundreds of patients in Wales caught coronavirus while in hospital earlier in the pandemic, while there was also a spike in infections in the summer at Wrexham Maelor hospital. This is a long. See Medi-Cal instructions for getting free test kits PDF. Mr Simons worked for the health board as a health care support worker at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital. Cwm Taf Morgannwg medical director Nick Lyons said: "Patient safety always has been of utmost importance in making these changes, and safety will continue to remain at the centre of our planning, as we lift restrictions at the Royal Glamorgan.". "We all know what we've got to do, we've been doing it for the past six or seven months now but unfortunately there are a few who aren't and that's what's causing this virus to spread and people to die.". Figures from the Office for National Statistics for the week ending 17 April show 22,351 deaths registered in England and Wales, nearly double the five-year average and the highest weekly total since comparable records began in 1993. Travel is permitted anywhere within Wales. ", Dr Ruth Alcolado, deputy medical director, told BBC Wales: "This is a very difficult situation and we extend our sympathies to all those families who have been affected - whether they have sadly died or if they are suffering from Covid.". A further 12 deaths are linked to hospital infections in the. The hospitality sector alcohol ban comes into force at 6pm, forcing pubs to pour away gallons of beer. Non-essential shops are allowed to reopen, along with restaurants, pubs and gyms. But its all very well organised. Gyms, swimming pools and soft play areas reopen in Wales. "We need to deal with that," he said, adding that he's interested in how the Welsh public feels about the issue. 31 December The Welsh Government confirms it has a flexible policy with regard to the return of schools at the beginning of the winter term; some schools will fully return by 6 January, with others doing so by 11 January, depending on the area. Public Health Wales records a further 102 new cases of COVID-19. Children under 11 will no longer be required to stay two meters apart from each other or from adults from that date, and outdoor gatherings of up to 30 people will be allowed. Earlier, Dr Lyons told BBC Radio Wales Breakfast that this had "stretched the staff further because we're delivering care across more sites.". 17 April Later analysis of death registrations (all causes) in England and Wales by the Office for National Statistics finds the highest total this week, which at 21,805 is 207% of the five-year average for the same week. A further 28 people have died in Wales after contracting Covid-19 and more than 1,000 new cases have been confirmed across the country. Timeline of the COVID-19 pandemic in Wales (2020). Temporary changes to services at the Royal Glamorgan should not deter people from getting the help they need. "The new sites will be spread across Wales and are a vital part of ourNHS Wales Test, Trace, Protect programme.. They say they visited Old Havana on York Street earlier in the day and advised that stricter controls were needed. Allan Macalalad became unwell in May 2020 Aneurin Bevan health board, which covers Blaenau Gwent, Newport, Caerphilly, Monmouthshire and Torfaen, said its hospitals were "very busy" and had seen an increase in patients with Covid-19. Public Health Wales records 962 new COVID-19 cases and 14 deaths, the highest number of daily deaths since 30 May. This includes halting planned surgery - except for . "All staff have been briefed about the social distancing measures jointly agreed by local management and the Communication Workers Union," said an official. Lawyers express their concern about the delay in court cases in England and Wales, with some 9,000 having been delayed since the start of lockdown, and warn that measures put in place to speed up cases may not be effective. 18 May Jury trials resume at a handful of courts in England and Wales, having been suspended since the beginning of the lockdown restrictions. As Public Health Wales confirms 14 new daily cases of COVID-19, the highest for 11 weeks, workers at a. The total number of people in Wales who have now died with lab-confirmed coronavirus stands at 2,338. A health board battling Covid outbreaks is starting to allow 999 emergencies back to the worst hit of its three affected hospitals. The list includes baby clothes, which are listed as essential items. Cases per 100,000 based on a rolling seven-day period (Nov 12-18), Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, Rhondda Cynon Taf: 246.6 (down from 250.8). Howevergiven the nature of coronavirus, there is an inevitable time delay in when we will see the positive impact of these measures.". 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Cwm Taf Morgannwg reported 47 deaths from infections caught in hospitals, including 38 at the Royal Glamorgan near Llantrisant. We have also seen a fall in the R number. One man who has been to get tested at Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre on Saturday said he was pleasantly surprised at how quickly the queue was moving. A statement from the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board said: "The Health Board is taking a number of urgent and significant actions to ensure the safety of our staff, patients and communities.". Prior booking is essential via https://gov.wales/apply-coronavirus-covid-19-test. NHS Wales chief executive Andrew Goodall earlier this week spoke of the challenges of dealing with Covid, saying it was a virus that "surprises us with its ability, particularly in closed settings, in its ability to transmit across to other parts of hospital and healthcare settings". The latest figures published by the Welsh Government, covering the seven days preceding November 17, reveal that 82 people a day were admitted to hospital with a confirmed or suspected Covid-19 infection, on average. 17 November The number of COVID-19 related deaths in Wales has exceeded 3,000 according to figures produced by the Office for National Statistics. M1W 3W3. A health board battling Covid outbreaks is starting to allow 999 emergencies back to the worst hit of its three affected hospitals. "Its a matter of allowing more possibilities for people whilst still being very clear with people that you should think very carefully indeed about how you exercise those freedoms in your own lives.". On Tuesday, Public Health Wales said a further three people had died with coronavirus in Wales, with 366 people testing positive. It follows an outbreak of 82 coronavirus cases, which has caused the hospital to suspend most services. But they state they were not in place when they returned, and the premises has now been served with a closure notice. The Welsh Government lifts its restrictions on wedding and civil partnership ceremonies, allowing them to take place again, but the ban on social gatherings remains. At Betsi Cadwaladr, there are currently 25 cases at Glan Clwyd and community hospitals at Llandudno and Colwyn Bay, mostly stretching back two weeks. Local patients dialling for an ambulance will now be taken to the emergency unit at Royal Glamorgan, while patients who turn up will also be admitted after assessment. A CT scan at the hospital showed the father-of-one had a blood clot in his lungs and after suffering a cardiac arrest he died on May 26 with tests showing that he had been infected with Covid-19. A total of 56 residents and 33 staff members have also tested positive for the virus, NorthWalesLive reports. Last week the health board said it had closed two wards within the Royal Glamorgan Hospital in an effort to contain a cluster of 34 cases. 11 July As some holiday homes reopen in Wales, First Minister Mark Drakeford says it is "absolutely safe" to visit the country again. Restrictions were brought in at the start of the outbreak two weeks ago, including diverting 999 cases to alternative hospitals. Up to 30 people may attend an indoor meal following a wedding or funeral from the same date. 30 September - Surgery is temporarily suspended at Royal Glamorgan Hospital following 60 COVID cases and eight deaths at the hospital. By clicking Accept all you agree that Yahoo and our partners will process your personal information, and use technologies such as cookies, to display personalised ads and content, for ad and content measurement, audience insights, and product development. Welsh education minister Kirsty Williams said: "We understand that this is a serious situation and how upsetting it is for all those involved". Misplaced breathing tube contributed to death of UK's first known child COVID victim. First Minister Mark Drakeford said plans are now being made about who will get the tests, who will carry them out and where. Five days after receiving a positive coronavirus result on May 12 he was admitted to the Royal Glamorgan Hospital due to difficulty in breathing. 1 November With the furlough scheme extended until December following the announcement of England's month-long lockdown, First Minister Mark Drakeford expresses disappointment that Wales's request to have it extended by the Treasury for the duration of its own firebreak lockdown was rejected. Local patients dialling for an ambulance will now be taken to the emergency unit at Royal Glamorgan, while patients who turn up will also be admitted after assessment. BBC News reports that donations of items such as of free trees, presents and turkey dinners are being made to families whose Christmas plans have been disrupted by changes to COVID regulations over the festive period. When the figure is above one, an outbreak can grow exponentially, but as long as it remains below one the number of people infected with the virus will fall. It will really help bring down the cases in Merthyr particularly those who dont know they have it.. Its essential and I urge everyone in Merthyr to come and get their tests done. Temporary restrictions reman in place at the Royal Glamorgan. Public Health Wales confirmed 1,020 new cases and 31 deaths on Friday. ", Cwm Taf Morgannwg infections swell hospital numbers, Covid-related patients in NHS up by 49% in a week, US and Russia trade blows over Ukraine at G20, Explosive found in check-in luggage at US airport, 1894 shipwreck confirms tale of treacherous lifeboat. "I am disappointed that my son can't have his operation, but safety is always key and if that means waiting a little while will put myself, my son and other people involved in all of this out of risk, I'm happy to do so. That's all from First Minister Mark Drakeford for today. The health board said early evidence . 26 September Wales's first town-only lockdown comes into force in Llanelli. He said they expect to "learn a great deal" from the mass testing in Merthyr, just as they have from Liverpool. "I work for the NHS myself and I know how much the NHS are struggling right now," Ms Tustin said. An extra 5,000 hospital beds will be made available over the winter for potential COVID-19 patients. A further 98 new COVID-19 cases are reported, including 25 in Caerphilly and 23 in. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. People have been arriving all day at the mass testing site at Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Centre, and the overall reaction from locals has so far proved positive. Cwm Taf Morgannwg said there had been 47 deaths following Covid outbreaks at three of its hospitals, Llantrisant's Royal Glamorgan Hospital is receiving emergency admissions again, Cwm Taf Morgannwg provides healthcare to people in Merthyr Tydfil, Rhondda Cynon Taf (pictured), and Bridgend county, What the opposition parties are calling for. With the possibility of a second national lockdown for Wales, Hugh Evans, the leader of, 19 October The Welsh Government announces a "short, sharp" lockdown from Friday 23 October to Monday 9 November, during which pubs, restaurants and hotels will close and people will be told to stay at home. Public Health Wales (PHW), in its daily update on Friday, November 20, announced that 1,020 more people have been diagnosed with Covid-19 following a lab test. Scientific advisers have "strongly" urged people to postpone Christmas get-togethers and reunions, and suggested anyone with children should "pre-isolate" for ten days before meeting elderly relatives. The inquest heard that Mr Macalalad, who lived in Llwynypia, Rhondda Cynon Taf, with his wife Elsie, a nurse, and their son Justin, had approached his GP in March 2020 with concerns about the coronavirus pandemic and his personal health history. This was down from 1,048 from Thursday. First Minister Mark Drakeford announces the ban on the sale of non-essential items will be reviewed after a Senedd petition calling for it to be reversed is signed by more than 37,000 in two days. First Minister Mark Drakeford announces that the first COVID vaccinations will begin on Tuesday 8 December. 23 October Wales begins its 17-day firebreak lockdown in a bid to slow the rise in COVID cases and hospital admissions. First Minister Mark Drakeford announces that two households will be able to form a support bubble once the firebreak ends on 9 November. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. See the different R rates across the UK here. "That absolutely is not the case," he said. 1 October - As Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire and Wrexham go into lockdown, businesses in the area express fears that local lockdown could lead to job losses and closures. Llandovery Hospital in Carmarthenshire is closed temporarily following a COVID outbreak, and its patients transferred to Amman Valley Hospital in Ammanford. The wearing of face coverings becomes mandatory on public transport in Wales. It is their "close scrutiny" of hospitals that he said is part of the reason they have identified outbreaks, saying that just "two patients" constitutes as an outbreak by definition. There are now "Test to Treat" locations where you can get both COVID-19 testing and treatment. 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