UK Covid Testing Numbers Explode But Death Toll Soars
Massive Testing Effort Underway
As of 9am on 18 April, a staggering 460,437 Covid tests have been completed. On 17 April alone, 21,389 tests were carried out.
Cases Keep Climbing
Out of 357,023 people tested so far, 114,217 have confirmed positive results. The virus continues to spread at an alarming rate.
Death Toll Hits Grim Milestone
Tragically, by 5pm on 17 April, 15,464 hospital patients who tested positive have lost their lives across the UK. The battle against Covid is far from over.
