Emily Morgan, an ITV News correspondent, has died, the channel has reported.
She was the health and science editor for the channel.
The passing of such a “remarkable colleague” grieved Andrew Dagnell, editor of ITV Network News.
He said: “Her reporting was instrumental in exposing the immense pressure and strain that NHS workers were under, and she became a trusted voice for the public during an unprecedented time.
“Emily’s passion for the role was evident in everything she did and her work was a constant reminder of why journalism matters.
“Her dedication to informing and educating our viewers will continue to inspire all those who were privileged to work alongside her.
“Our thoughts are with Emily’s family. Emily was proud to be a journalist, but she was even more proud of her family.
“She adored them. We are sending them our love and support at this unthinkably difficult time.
“Emily was an exceptional journalist, a devoted mother and wife, and a true trailblazer in our field.
“Her friendship, her professionalism, and her enormous contribution to our industry and to the public conversation will not be forgotten.”
