Another Scot has died from the coronavirus, the Scottish Government has announced.
In the daily update of Covid-19 figures, the number of deaths from the virus rose to seven with the number of positive tests reaching 373.
It’s an increase of 51 cases in the past 24 hours.
So far there have been 8259 tests north of the border, with 7886 coming back negative.
As of 2pm today 8259 Scottish tests have concluded
7886 confirmed negative
373 positive7 patients who tested positive have sadly died.
Our latest update➡️ https://t.co/kZjGNz2EDe
Health advice ➡️ https://t.co/l7rqArB6Qu #COVID-19 pic.twitter.com/enWTmaRb1i— Scottish Government (@scotgov) March 21, 2020
Yesterday, increased measures were introduced to encourage social distancing, including the closure of bars, restaurants, clubs, theatres and gyms.
In a televised address, First Minster Nicola Sturgeon said: “I need your help, I need you to follow health advice and look out for people around you.
“There’s no doubt that difficult days lie ahead but I close on a note of hope and belief.
“This crisis is reminding us just how fragile our world is. But it’s also reminding us what really matters. Health, love, solidarity.
“With compassion and kindness and the dedication and expertise of our NHS we can and we will get through this. Thank you for all you are doing to help.”
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