THE coronavirus death toll in the Borders has reached double digits.

A total of 11 people have died after testing positive, NHS Borders announced at 11.37am on April 2.

There are currently 28 virus patients across hospitals in the region, said a health board spokesperson, with a further 25 suspected cases awaiting test results.

The intensive care unit (ICU) is treating seven patients.

The latest deaths figure marks an increase of three on yesterday (April 1).

Meanwhile, a total of 10 virus patients have recovered and been discharged.