The 193 NHS, health and care workers who have died during the coronavirus pandemic; NHS heroes and care workers have given their lives working on the frontline of Britain's fight with Covid-19.
Byline: By, Press Association & Simon Meechan
At least 193 frontline health and care workers have died from coronavirus.
The Press Association has confirmed their names through tributes from the NHS and loved ones.
Below is a chronological list of people who were working in care and health care roles shortly before their deaths, and were likely to come into contact with Covid-19 patients.
Among them are Mark Lowe, a porter at James Cook Hospital in Middlesbrough, who worked for the South Tees NHS trust for 20 years before his tragic death on May 28; Cramlington's Steven Pearson, a dedicated mental health nurse who worked for the Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Trust for 30 years; Rebecca Mack, a nurse from Morpeth who died aged 29; and Keith Dunnington, a nurse and father of two from South Shields who worked in Gateshead.
The figure is likely to be still lower than the true number of workers who have died, as the names of some victims will not yet be in the public domain, Press Association says.
193 NHS heroes, health and care workers who have died during the coronavirus pandemic
-Richzeal Albufera, scientist
Mr Albufera, 45, was working as a biomedical scientist at Castle Hill Hospital, part of Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, before his death with Covid-19 on June 9.
A colleague said the Filipino was on the forefront of testing during the pandemic, with an "inspiring and grafting" work ethic and was "the epitome of what the NHS is all about".
-Nassar Hussain, radiographer
Mr Hussain worked as a diagnostic services manager at the KIMS Hospital in Maidstone, Kent, after having worked for more than 20 years in the NHS as a radiographer.
His daughter, Farah Hussain, 28, a Labour councillor at Redbridge Council, said he was passionate about his job, adding: "He was really into the latest technology and equipment and finding out what's wrong with people in order to help them."
-Mark Lowe, porter
The "brilliant" Mr Lowe was a porter in the radiology department of the James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough, working for South Tees NHS Foundation Trust for 20 years. He died on May 28.
-Dr Abdorreza Sedghi, GP
Known as Abdy, Dr Sedghi contacted Covid-19 in April before he died on May 27. The Iranian GP had been based at Lister Hospital in Stevenage since August 2019 and had "charisma and personality".
-Allan Macalalad, theatre assistant
Mr Macalalad, 44, who lived with his wife Elsie, a nurse, and son Justin in Cardiff, had worked as a theatre assistant treating eye disorders for two years, and was described as a "perfect gentleman" and "a loyal team player".
A carpenter by trade, he had moved from the Philippines to Cardiff. He died on Tuesday May 26 after testing positive for Covid-19.
-Dominga David, nurse
Mother-of-one Ms David, a nurse from Penarth who had been at University Hospital Llandough since 2004, and was described as an "exceptionally hard worker and a respectful, kind and compassionate person".
She died on Tuesday May 26.
The 62-year-old from the Philippines is survived by her son, Renzie.
-Sylvia Tideswell, nursing assistant
Sylvia Tideswell, 60, had been working on the elderly care wards at Royal Stoke University Hospital since 2003 and died on May 25 after testing positive for the virus.
Her daughter Sarah said: "Mum was wonderful. She was caring and considerate and would do anything for anybody. She loved her job at the hospital and wouldn't hesitate in doing everything for everyone else. She enjoyed her garden, going on holiday and walking her dog and took pleasure in the simple things like going out for a coffee and piece of cake."
-Victor Dinoo, senior nurse
Mr Dinoo died in Leicester on May 24, having tested positive for the virus.
Margaret Garbett, director of nursing for University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust, said: "Victor was a highly valued and respected senior nurse from the Clinical Site Team for Solihull, Heartlands and Good Hope hospitals and will be greatly missed. The trust is in touch with his family and offering support to them during this difficult time."
-Ricardo Bonsato, care worker
Known as "Ricky", Mr Bonsato moved from the Philippines to the UK with his family "to better their lives", before working at Thornton House care home in Lancashire for two years. A GoFundMe page set up in his memory said he died on May 24.
-Joselito Habab, nurse
Known as Jo, the father-of-one died at Whiston Hospital on Wednesday May 20 with his wife, an A&E nurse, by his side.
He was originally from Manila, in the Philippines, and joined the Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust almost 18 years ago.
-Liz Spooner, nurse
Liz Spooner, 62, had worked at Singleton Hospital in Swansea, South Wales, for more than four decades before she died on May 18 after testing positive for coronavirus.
On Tuesday her death was said to have left a "massive hole" at the hospital.
-Neil Ruch, senior paramedic
Neil Ruch was "warm", "highly respected" and had worked for the East of England Ambulance Service since 2013.
He died on May 18 having been hospitalised with Covid-19 in April, and a classroom at health and safety training centre Essex Medical Training is to be named in his honour.
-Dr Abdel Wahab Babiker, consultant
Dr Abdel Wahab Babiker, 70, had worked as a consultant physician at Scarborough Hospital since August 2019. He had been receiving care in hospital after contracting coronavirus and died on Monday May 18.
Dr Ed Smith, director of acute, emergency and elderly medicine at Scarborough Hospital, said: "Dr Babiker was an extremely energetic, hard-working, approachable and dedicated doctor.
"He was particularly notable for his 'can-do' attitude and supportive nature, and was well-liked by patients and staff alike."
-Andrew Ekene Nwankwo, nurse
Andrew Ekene Nwankwo, who worked as a locum nurse at Broomfield Hospital in Chelmsford, Essex, died with coronavirus on May 16 aged 46.
-Carlos Sia, healthcare assistant
Described as a "quiet and gentle" person, Carlos Sia, 62, died on Friday May 15 after spending several weeks in intensive care.
He worked for Worcester Acute NHS Trust alongside his wife Cindy, a healthcare assistant, and daughter Clair, a nurse.
In a letter to staff, trust chief executive Matthew Hopkins said: "His quiet, gentle and respectful nature, his generosity of spirit, his sense of humour and his calming influence also made him popular with patients."
-Paul Nutt, ambulance care assistant
Mr Nutt, who had just turned 60, worked for South Central Ambulance Service on the Wexham Park Hospital site.
He is survived by his wife Kim and two daughters, Charlotte and Louise.
In a statement, his family said: "Paul was the most loving and devoted husband and father, and he touched so many people's lives with his joy and kindness."
-Lillian Mudzivare, senior mental health nurse
Lillian Mudzivare, 41, who worked as a senior mental health nurse, died following a long battle with coronavirus, the Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust said.
-Safaa Alam, midwife
Safaa Alam, 30, started her professional career as a nurse before training as a midwife at Birmingham Women's Hospital, where she was described as a "true role model" known for her kindness and compassion.
She died after treatment for Covid-19.
-Evelyn Nicolas, care worker
Ms Nicolas, who worked at Maypole Grove Care Home in Kings Heath, Birmingham, died on May 14 after contracting Covid-19.
A friend, who set up a fundraising page for the carer's family, said she was a mother-of-two "who would do anything to keep a smile on other faces".
-Jun Terre, healthcare assistant
Jun Terre, 52, died on May 14 and was said to be "a gracious, quiet and kind gentleman with a smile that would light up a room", according to Neil Macdonald, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust chief executive.
-Peter Gough, administration assistant
Peter Gough, 56, an administration assistant at John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford, died on May 12, shortly after raising a lack of personal protective equipment to a friend.
"No PPE for admin staff. Not even sanitiser gel as not enough for everywhere in hospital," a message to friend Paul Saville read before his death.
-Peter Hart, ambulance paramedic
The "highly respected" ambulance paramedic and hospital emergency medic died on his 52nd birthday on May 12.
He worked in the emergency department at East Surrey Hospital for Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust as well as doing shifts for the ambulance service.
-Norman Austria, healthcare assistant
The 61-year-old healthcare assistant from the Philippines was described as a "highly valued" member of his ward.
The University Hospitals of Derby and Burton said he regularly sang the song 'You are my sunshine' to calm and reassure vulnerable patients.
Mr Austria's widow Shirley said: "Norman was a very lovable, caring and responsible person. We were married for 40 years and he was a wonderful husband. He was very proud of his family and loved his children and grandchildren very much."
-Poornima Nair, GP
Dr Nair was a GP at Station View Medical Centre in Bishop Auckland, County Durham.
Her surgery posted on its website that she was a "much loved and valued colleague and friend" who had died after a "prolonged" Covid-19 infection.
-Dr Thaung Htaik, consultant
Dr Htaik, 65, had been working at the Great Western Hospitals NHS Trust since January 2019 and was described as "universally well-liked".
He died after testing positive for the virus and leaves behind a wife, four children and three grandchildren.
In a statement, his family said: "He always put others first and we know just how committed he was to looking after his patients both at this difficult time and throughout his career."
-Alanzo Smith, mental health worker
The 62-year-old, from Chingford, had been a mental health worker at the Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health Trust for 22 years before his death on May 10.
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