One in 67 Brits tests positive for covid - all the symptoms you need to know
One in every 67 Brits have tested positive for coronavirus in the last two weeks, according to the latest government data.
More than 26,000 participants took part in the Winter COVID-19 Infection Study and had Covid-19 tests carried out whether or not they experienced symptoms. The data, examined by the Office for National Statistics, show that 1.6% of the population would test positive in the fortnight to Wednesday, February 7.
After adjusting for both the accuracy of the tests and the age demographics of the wider population, analysis by UKHSA estimates that the prevalence in the community as a whole is approximately 1.5% - equivalent to around one in every 67 people. The report also shows there is less covid in the population compared to the previous report that showed there was about 2.0% of the community effected - equivalent to one in every 50 people.
The data also shows that there is little variation in covid rates across the UK, with prevalence in Scotland and all regions of England estimated to be between 1.3 and 1.7%. Across age groups, the lowest prevalence was found in those aged over 75 (1.2%), and highest in those aged between 35 and 44 (2.9%).
Professor Steven Riley, Director General for Data and Surveillance at UKHSA said:“Covid-19 prevalence across the UK remains low, according to this latest data. However, some people – particularly those who are older or more clinically vulnerable - are still experiencing severe illness and hospitalisation as a result of COVID-19 infection.
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“When we have symptoms of a respiratory illness like COVID-19, it is still important to do our best to limit our contact with other people, especially those who are more at risk. This will help to keep rates low and protect ourselves and those around us.”
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