THE total number of Covid-19 related deaths at St Mary's Hospital has risen again, according to new statistics released by NHS England today (Thursday)

Another person has died at St Mary’s Hospital having tested positive for the virus, the latest figures show ­— taking the total death toll at the hospital to 38.

As reported on Tuesday, a further 26 people confirmed to have coronavirus have died in care homes, hospices and at home, taking the combined total for the Island to 64.