THE number of coronavirus cases being recorded in the Borders “remains high”, according to a health boss.

Data published by the Scottish Government revealed that 132 cases of COVID-19 were recorded in the Borders over the weekend, with a further 40 cases announced yesterday (June 29).

The region is currently seeing “approximately 48 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 a day”, according to NHS Borders.

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Chris Allan, a consultant in public health at NHS Borders, said: “The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in the Borders remains high and over the past few days people have presented to our hospitals requiring care for COVID-19.

“Please remember, the relaxed restrictions that come with Borders being in COVID-19 protection level one means that there are more opportunities to pass or catch COVID-19. So it is crucial that we all consider the risks and benefits that come with our decisions.”

Last week, NHS Borders urged people in the region to “make safer choices” amid the rise in cases.

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New figures showing how many cases have been recorded over the last 24 hours will be published at 2pm today (June 30).

Mr Allan added: “As cases of COVID-19 rise, there will be more people having to self-isolate either due to testing positive themselves or being a contact of a positive case.

“You must self-isolate if advised to by Test & Protect, even if you have not received a positive test result.

“There is practical and emotional support available to help people who have to self-isolate through the Community Assistance Hubs on 0300 100 1800.”