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2020 Jun 17

Statement on behalf of WSFT

Dr Stephen Dunn, chief executive for the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, said: "We can confirm that sadly, a patient in their 80s with underlying health conditions has passed away at West Suffolk Hospital. They had tested positive for COVID-19.

"Our thoughts and condolences remain with their family and loved ones at this difficult time." 

The Trust will not be giving out any further information on this patient. The media and the public are asked to please respect the wishes of the family, and the interests of staff at the hospital to avoid any disruption to operational services.

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