251 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on January 6, accoring to the latest Government figures

Between December 31 and January 6, 1,572 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 55.8 per cent compared to the previous seven days.

Vaccinations in Teignbridge

Vaccines are currently given in three doses.

111,467 people had been given a first dose by the end of January 5.

104,948 people had been given a second dose by the end of January 5.

87,014 people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of January 5.

Healthcare in Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust:

One person with coronavirus went into hospital on December 26.

There were 17 patients in hospital with coronavirus on December 28.

There was one coronavirus patient in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on December 28.

Fortunately there were no deaths in Teignbridge within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on January 6.

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You can find out more about the Booster programme and where to get your jab at https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-vaccination/coronavirus-booster-vaccine/