JewishStatusOpen the app

Jewish News 24 · Oct 18, 2026

Jewish News 24 — photo status

🇬🇧🦠 COVID-19 HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS SURGE 41% IN ENGLAND: COVID-19 hospital admission rates have jumped 41% in just two weeks, rising from 1.75 to 2.46 per 100,000 people, according to UK health data. The NHS is treating approximately 400 more COVID patients than two weeks ago, while COVID-related deaths reportedly increased 46% in one week. The West Midlands recorded the highest admission rate, with people aged 85 and older facing the greatest risk. Health officials are also warning of an unusually early flu season that could place additional pressure on hospitals this winter.

🇬🇧🦠 COVID-19 HOSPITAL ADMISSIONS SURGE 41% IN ENGLAND: COVID-19 hospital admission rates have jumped 41% in just two weeks, rising from 1.75 to 2.46 per 100,000 people, according to UK health data. The NHS is treating approximately 400 more COVID patients than two weeks ago, while COVID-related deaths reportedly increased 46% in one week. The West Midlands recorded the highest admission rate, with people aged 85 and older facing the greatest risk. Health officials are also warning of an unusually early flu season that could place additional pressure on hospitals this winter.

Watch in the app All of Jewish News 24's statuses

More from Jewish News 24