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First coronavirus death in Scotland confirmed

09.07.2020 - 08:21

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The first patient has died in Scotland after testing positive for the coronavirus.Catherine Calderwood, Scotland's chief medical officer, confirmed it was an older person who passed away.It's believed the person had underlying medical conditions.Chief Medical Officer Catherine Calderwood said: "I am saddened to report that a patient in Scotland who tested positive for Coronavirus has died in hospital."I offer my deepest sympathy to their friends and family at this difficult time."The patient, who was being treated by Lothian Health Board was an older person who had underlying health conditions."No further information will be available to protect patient confidentiality."The news comes as it was revealed that 85 patients have now been