Key Findings from the National Records of Scotland , published 22nd September (There was no publication last week due to the death of Queen Elizabeth).
There were 40 Covid related deaths on the week ending 5th September. There were 40 Covid related deaths on the week ending 12th September.
As at the 18th of September 2022, there have been a total of 15,702 deaths registered in Scotland where the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) was mentioned on the death certificate.
Of deaths involving COVID-19 in those two weeks (recorded in brackets is week ending 5th, 12th September ):
- Aged 45 – 64: 9 deaths (3,6); 2 F (0,2); 7 M (3,4)
- Aged 65 – 74: 6 deaths (2,4); 1 F (0,1); 5 M (2,3)
- Aged 75 – 84: 33 deaths (20,13);14 F (10,4); 19 M (10,9)
- Aged 85+ : 32 deaths (15,17); 16 F (8,8); 16 M (7/9)
In total 19 council areas (out of 32) had at least one death involving COVID19 last week.
Place of death:
- Care Home: 13 deaths (7,6)
- Home/Non Institutional Setting: 7 (4,3)
- Hospital: 60 deaths (29,31)
Deaths of all causes over the 2 weeks totalled 2,256 ( 1,127, 1,129). Deaths where Covid was the underlying cause: 37 (21, 16).
The number of excess deaths, taken over a 5 years average was: 175 (110,65)
All covid rules and restrictions have been lifted in Scotland, but the virus has not gone away.
We all need to keep playing our part to protect ourselves and others. You can do this by:
- getting your vaccine when offered to ensure you are fully protected
- staying at home if you’re unwell with symptoms or have a fever
- opening windows when socialising indoors
- wearing a face covering in indoor public places and on public transport
- washing your hands to protect yourself
Care for yourself and others to help slow down the spread of the virus and reduce pressure on our health services.
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