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Weekly National Flu And COVID-19 Surveillance Reports Published - 17 June 2021

The main points from this week’s national influenza and COVID-19 surveillance report are:

Surveillance indicators suggest that at a national level COVID-19 activity increased in week 23 of 2021.

Case rates per 100,000 have increased in all age groups, ethnic groups and regions.

The number of acute respiratory infection incidents (suspected outbreaks) in England was 327 in week 23, compared to 287 in the previous week.

Case rates continue to be highest in those aged 20 to 29, with a case rate of 195.9 per 100,000 population.

The lowest case rates were in those aged 80 and above, with a rate of 9.6 per 100,000 population.

Case rates per 100,000 have increased across all regions.

Case rates per 100,000 remain highest in the North West at 196.9.

Case rates per 100,000 are lowest in the east of England, with a rate of 37.0.

Seroprevalence data indicates around 79.1% of the population have antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 from either infection or vaccination, compared to 14.8% from infection alone.

The hospital admission rate for COVID-19 has risen – it was 1.48 per 100,000 in week 23, compared to 1.13 per 100,000 in the previous week.

Hospital admission rates for COVID-19 are highest in the North West, with a rate of 2.62.

The highest hospital admission rates continue to be those aged 85 and above.

Dr Yvonne Doyle, Medical Director of Public Health England, said:
"Case rates have increased across all age groups and regions around England, and we are seeing further increases in hospitalisations. We now know that 2 doses of either vaccine offer very high levels of protection against hospitalisation from all variants, including Delta, so it is important to take up the offer of the vaccine to protect yourself and others.

"We know that many of you will be currently enjoying Euro 2020, but please when going to fan zones or celebrating with friends, follow the guidelines in place and enjoy the tournament safely."