A British woman has died of coronavirus while on a spiritual retreat in Bali, Indonesia. Kimberley Finlayson, 52, from Hertfordshire, passed away on 11 March after contracting the virus.
Mrs Finlayson had underlying health conditions, including diabetes, and underwent two emergency operations in an Indonesian government hospital before her death. Her husband, Ken Finlayson, said he and their four children are 'absolutely devastated'.
Mr Finlayson warned others about travelling abroad, suggesting the outcome might have been different if his wife had been treated in the UK. 'You are playing Russian roulette with your lives if you become critical,' he said, adding that 'mistakes were being made' at the Indonesian hospital.
Mrs Finlayson was the founder of a dental communications company and was described by her husband as 'so powerful, courageous, supportive of all of us'. She is believed to be the first named British victim of coronavirus.
Mr Finlayson has tested negative for the virus so far. The UK government expects many more cases in the coming weeks and months.
