Sadly another 277 deaths reported due to Covid-19 in 24 hours, and 89,176 new infections reported in 24 hours. In the past 28 days, there have been 6,695 reported deaths due to Covid-19 – the highest 28-day number since 17 March 2021.


First published in January 2022.












  • 277 deaths due to coronavirus have been reported in the last 24 hours.
  • 89,176 new coronavirus infections in 24 hours and the actual number UK-wide is potentially significantly higher.
  • The total number of coronavirus infections reported across the UK in the last 7 days was 629,692, while in the last 28 days 3,426,341 infections have been reported.
  • 1,828 deaths due to coronavirus have been reported in the last 7 days.
  • The number of deaths in the past week equates on average to around 261 deaths each of the past 7 days. If this was to be the “new normal” for daily deaths caused by Covid-19, then annually this would equate to around 95,317 deaths across the UK.
  • Meanwhile, 6,695 deaths due to Covid-19 have been reported across the UK in the last 28 days the highest number since 17 March 2021.
  • 1,732 Covid-19 hospital admissions occurred on 24 January 2022.
  • 16,149 patients suffering from Covid-19 are currently occupying hospital beds - reported as of 27 January 2022.
  • 549 Covid-19 patients are occupying mechanical ventilation beds – according to the data reported on 27 January 2022.
  • All three of these healthcare measures a continuing concern for our seriously under-pressure NHS.

SO FAR:

  • 729 days since the first infection due to the SARS-CoV-2 virus was reported in Britain (31 January 2020).
  • 673 days since the first reported death (6 March 2020). Coronavirus has now been responsible for infecting over 16.3 million people in England (according to the official reported positive cases data).
  • In this time, the virus has been responsible for at least 155,317 deaths (within 28 days of a first positive test result). Official data also currently indicate there have been 176,813 deaths in total, where the deceased person’s death certificate mentioned COVID-19 as one of the causes, registered up to Friday 14 January 2022, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).
⏳
LONG COVID UK ESTIMATE (ONS, as of 6 January 2021)
🚨 1.3 million cases
🚨 1 in 50 people currently live with long COVID
🚨 4 in 10 (40%) experience symptoms for at least a year after infection
🚨 Most common symptoms: Fatigue (51%), loss of smell (37%), shortness of breath (36%) and difficulty concentrating (28%)






General Notes: UK data (including the data noted below) will not necessarily fully reflect the numbers in specific measures. where there are data issues, e.g. delays due to IT issues, or reporting arrangements for the four nations. It is important therefore to note the specific reporting cycles of UK Covid-19 data when looking at how data are presented. Seven-day rolling averages are often used to help ‘smooth’ the various reporting cycles across different nations; nevertheless, care is needed when seeking to gain an accurate picture of the situation at any time. The data for deaths attributed to COVID-19 – each following a reported positive test result for COVID-19 within 28 days of their death.

Notes: From 31 January 2022, UKHSA will move all COVID-19 case reporting in England to use a new episode-based definition which includes possible reinfections.


(Source: UK Health Security Agency)






ENGLAND


  • 11 February

If you’re fully vaccinated you will no longer need to take a COVID-19 test either before or after arrival in the UK. You still need to complete a passenger locator form.

If you are not fully vaccinated you will need to take a pre-departure test and a PCR test on or before day 2 after you arrive in the UK. You will not need to quarantine unless the result of the PCR test is positive. You still need to complete a passenger locator form.

  • 27 January

You will not be required to wear a face covering, including in communal areas of schools, but the government suggests you continue to wear one in crowded and indoor spaces where you may come into contact with people you do not normally meet.

You’ll no longer need to show your NHS COVID Pass at venues and events by law.

  • 20 January

Staff and pupils in secondary schools and colleges will not be required to wear a face-covering in classrooms.

  • 19 January

You are no longer asked to work from home if you can. Talk to your employer to agree on arrangements to return to your workplace.

WALES


  • 11 February

If you’re fully vaccinated you will no longer need to take a COVID-19 test either before or after arrival in the UK. You still need to complete a passenger locator form.

If you are not fully vaccinated you will need to take a pre-departure test and a PCR test on or before day 2 after you arrive in the UK. You will not need to quarantine unless the result of the PCR test is positive. You still need to complete a passenger locator form.

  • 28 January

There will be no limits on how many people can meet indoors at pubs, restaurants, cinemas and theatres. Nightclubs will reopen.

  • 21 January

Sporting events can have crowds, with no limits on how many people can attend outdoor events.

  • 15 January

Up to 500 people can attend outdoor events.

  • 6 January

If you get a positive rapid lateral flow test result, most people will not need to take a PCR test to confirm the result. You must self-isolate immediately if you get a positive rapid lateral flow test result.

SCOTLAND


  • 11 February

If you’re fully vaccinated you will no longer need to take a COVID-19 test either before or after arrival in Scotland. You still need to complete a passenger locator form.

If you are not fully vaccinated you will need to take a pre-departure test and a PCR test on or before day 2 after you arrive in Scotland. You will not need to quarantine unless the result of the PCR test is positive. You still need to complete a passenger locator form.

  • 24 January

There will be no limits on how many households can meet indoors or outdoors. There will be no need for physical distancing between groups at indoor and outdoor venues including bars, restaurants, theatres, cinemas and gyms. Table service will not be needed.

  • 17 January

Most people will need to have had a booster dose to be recognised as fully vaccinated under the COVID certification scheme.

Restrictions on numbers at outdoor events are lifted. Indoor events remain limited to 100 people standing and 200 people sitting. The COVID certification scheme must be used for both outdoor and indoor events.

  • 6 January

If you are a close contact of someone with COVID–19 and you are fully vaccinated along with your booster dose, you can take daily rapid lateral flow tests for 7 days instead of self-isolating. If you test positive or develop symptoms during this time you should self-isolate for 10 days.

If you test positive for COVID-19 you should self-isolate for 10 days. You can end self-isolation early if you do not have a high temperature and get 2 negative lateral flow test results on days 6 and 7, taken at least 24 hours apart.

If you do not have symptoms and get a positive rapid lateral flow test result, you must self-isolate. You do not need to take a PCR test to confirm your result.

Find out more on gov.scot

  • 27 December

Up to 3 households can meet with 1-metre physical distancing between groups at indoor and outdoor venues like bars, restaurants, theatres, cinemas and gyms. Table service will be needed if alcohol is being served.

NORTHERN IRELAND


  • 11 February

If you’re fully vaccinated you will no longer need to take a COVID-19 test either before or after arrival in the UK. You still need to complete a passenger locator form.

If you are not fully vaccinated you will need to take a pre-departure test and a PCR test on or before day 2 after you arrive in the UK. You will not need to quarantine unless the result of the PCR test is positive. You still need to complete a passenger locator form.

  • 26 January

Nightclubs will reopen. You will still need to show your NI domestic certificate.

  • 21 January

Up to 30 people can meet in a private home. Organisers of large indoor gatherings at places like pubs, restaurants, cinemas and theatres need to carry out a risk assessment.

  • 5 January

If you get a positive rapid lateral flow test result, you should isolate immediately. You no longer need to book a PCR test.




UK GOVERNMENT’S LATEST SELF-ISOLATION GUIDANCE

When to end self-isolation if you have had COVID-19 symptoms, have received a positive COVID-19 test result, or if you are a contact.
UKHSA Guidance | PMP


(Source: Gov.uk)







Highest percentage of positive coronavirus tests among children

Estimates show an increase in the number of children testing positive for COVID-19 in England. Children aged two years to school Year 6 and those in school Year 7 to Year 11 both saw an increase in testing positive for the virus.

The percentage of people testing positive decreased for all other age groups in the week ending 22 January 2022.

The percentage of people testing positive for COVID-19 was highest for those aged two years to school Year 6, at 11.80%.

The percentage of people testing positive for COVID-19 was lowest among those aged 50 to 69 years and 2.88% for those aged 70 years and over 2.21%.





Omicron sub-lineage BA.2

As of 24 January 2022, 1,072 genomically confirmed cases of BA.2 have been identified in England and all assessments remain  preliminary whilst case numbers are relatively low.

BA.2 has an increased growth rate compared to BA.1 in all regions of England where there are enough cases to assess it. While growth rates can be overestimated in early analyses of a new variant, the apparent growth advantage is currently substantial.

Going further...







Is it time to ditch cloth face masks for FFP2 or next-generation alternatives?
As the Covid pandemic has unfolded, the choice of face coverings has mushroomed
The GuardianLinda Geddes
England’s plan B restrictions are lifting – but are some measures here to stay?
Control measures may be easing in England, but don’t expect the world to return to how it was in January 2020. Cases may be declining, but they are still incredibly high. Already, it’s estimated a million children were off school because of COVID last week.
PMP MagazineDr Andrew Lee
Don’t believe the claim that only 17,371 people have died from COVID in England and Wales.
A freedom of information request is only useful if you know how to read the data. Over 140,000 people with pre-existing conditions have died of COVID in the last two years. We should be mourning this tragic loss of life, not minimising it.
PMP MagazineDr Colin Angus
Lockdown schooling: Research from across the world shows reasons to be hopeful.
Despite the major challenges lockdown-induced remote learning has presented, teachers, pupils and parents alike have reaped certain benefits. Can school learn from these changes?
PMP Magazine[PMP] Outside Contributors
Where (and how) you are most likely to catch COVID.
We have quantified how the different influences on transmission change your risk of getting COVID-19. The actual risk will depend on specific parameters.
PMP MagazineProfessor Trish Greenhalgh
Swab both your throat and nose to identify Omicron with lateral flow tests, experts warn
Anecdotal evidence shows that Lateral Flow Tests are more effective at identifying positive cases with both throat and nasal samples
inews.co.ukAmy Walker







■ 🧬 COG-UK sequencing



(Source: COG-UK)

■ 🧬 UKHSA genomically confirmed case numbers



(Source: UK Health Security Agency)







📈 UK COVID-19 data


Data up to 28 January 2022.

(Source: UK Health Security Agency)


■ 🧮 Case & Death Totals
🦠 16,333,980 positive cases so far to date (recorded) – Since the first case was reported at the end of January 2020
🕯️ 155,317 deaths so far – Number recorded within 28 days of first positive test result - since the first reported death on 6 March 2020.
🕯️ 176,813 total deaths – Total number of people whose death certificate mentioned Covid-19 as one of the causes – Registered up to Friday 14 January 2022
🕯️ 44,738 care home residents have had COVID-19 recorded on their death certificate since the pandemic began – ONS data






💉 Vaccination UK







(Source: UK Health Security Agency + Public Health Wales
+ Public Health Scotland + HSC NI + ONS)


Note: Data cross-referenced with the latest official data from the UK dashboard.







■ Total Cases & Total Deaths



■ Estimated ®️ Number

(Sources: UK Health Security Agency + Welsh Government
+ Scottish Government + N-I Ministry of Health)


■ Population Testing Positive for COVID-19

(Source: ONS)


■ Number of contact tracing alerts sent (England & Wales)

(Source: NHS)


■ Stringency Index

(Source: University of Oxford)


PMP Magazine

What did you think of this article?
🤩     😀     🤔     😴     😮     😭     🤬     🤯



📚 Data Sources:


PMP Xtra

Total UK population: 67,081,234 (last year: 66,796,800), via ONS (subject to changes in population over the year). These figures were updated on 25 June 2021.
(Source ▪ ONS)






📈 Full Daily UK #COVID19 Charts & Comments via #TodayInCovid: www.pmp-magazine.com/tag/today-in-covid/

🦠 Everything #COVID19: www.pmp-magazine.com/covid19/

🗃️ Sources: @CovidGenomicsUK | @UKHSA | @ONS

🧮 Special thanks: @JoePajak & #NHS



— AUTHORS —

▫ Dr Joe Pajak, PhD in physical chemistry: exploring the data, governor of an NHS FT hospital.
▫ J.N. PAQUET, Author & Journalist, Editor of PMP Magazine.
GET THEM INVOLVED:


Sources
  • Text: This piece was first published in PMP Magazine on 28 January 2022. | The authors write in a personal capacity.
  • Data cross-referenced with the latest official data from the UK dashboard.
  • Cover: Adobe Stock/SergeyBitos.
  • Icons from www.flaticon.com
Latest COVID