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Two people die in Devon after contracting coronavirus

Both were understood to be over the age of 50

Two people in Devon have died after being diagnosed with coronavirus, it has been confirmed.

They are among 39 more people who've died after testing positive for coronavirus in England, bringing the total number to 167.

The latest official figures show two fatalities from the Torbay & South Devon NHS Foundation Trust.

Both were over the age of 50 and had underlying health conditions.

In a statement, NHS England said: "A further 39 people, who tested positive for the Coronavirus (Covid-19) have died, bringing the total number of confirmed reported deaths in England to 167.

"Patients were aged between 50 and 99 years old and had underlying health conditions. Their families have been informed."

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