UAE sees 1,549 new coronavirus cases, 7 deaths in 24 hours

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced 1,549 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total number of recorded cases in the UAE to 673,185.

The Health Ministry stressed in a statement on Monday that its aim is to continue expanding the scope of testing nationwide to facilitate the early detection of coronavirus cases and carry out the necessary treatment.

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As part of its intensified testing campaign, MoHAP announced that it conducted 232,389 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment.

The infected individuals are from various nationalities, in a stable condition, and are receiving the necessary care, according to the Ministry.

MoHAP also announced seven deaths due to COVID-19 complications, bringing the total number of deaths in the country to 1,927.

The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences to the family of the deceased and wished COVID-19 patients a speedy and full recovery. It called on all members of the society to cooperate with health authorities, adhere to the instructions and physical distance to ensure the health and safety of all.

MoHAP also noted that an additional 1,510 individuals had fully recovered from COVID-19, bringing the total number of recoveries to 650,683.