Four people have died of coronavirus at Queen's Hospital in Romford.
All four patients were elderly and had underlying health problems, according to a statement released today (Thursday, March 19).
As of the most recent report, there was only seven cases of COVID-19 in Havering.
Tony Chambers, interim chief executive of Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust said: “We can confirm that four elderly patients, who tested positive for COVID-19 have sadly died at Queen’s Hospital.
"The patients had been very unwell with significant other health conditions.
“Our thoughts and condolences are with the patients’ families at what is undoubtedly a very distressing time.
“We ask that their privacy is respected.”
There have been 137 deaths due to the pandemic in the UK, as of the most recent reports.
There are thought to be more than 2,600 cases nationwide, although the real figure may be higher.
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