Support for Sunderland mum diagnosed with coronavirus as patient receives treatment at South Tyneside District Hospital

The woman, who was confirmed to be suffering from the illness on Monday, March 9 by Public Health England, is described as being in a stable condition in South Tyneside District Hospital.

Her family, who do not want to be named, spoke of their shock after the woman’s diagnosis – adding that she had never been abroad in her life and doesn’t often leave the house.

As the news broke earlier this week, members of the Sunderland and South Tyneside communities shared well-wishes for the woman and her loved ones as doctors continued to do “all they can” to support her with treatment.

Here are some of your messages of support from our Facebook pages:

Mel Garraghan-Moore: “Must be a worrying time for this poor lady’s family. Hope she recovers well & quickly.”

Bernie Sloanes: “So sad hope she has a speedy recovery, thinking of her family.”

Patricia Mcgorrell Cockton: “Hope this lady gets better soon keeping you all in my prayers.”

Terry N Kirsty Black: “Speedy recovery and much love to the family.”

Carol Dugan: “Hope she pulls through God bless the family.”

Judith Wass: “Praying for her to get well.”

Angie Hammond: “I hope your Mam recovers really soon.”

Judith Stormborn Bebbington: “Wishing her and her family well.”

Bev Smurthwaite: “Sending love and hugs to the lady and her family hope she gets well soon.”

Nicola Lamb: “I hope whoever has been diagnosed is feeling better soon.”