UAE reports 659 new cases of coronavirus, 419 recoveries

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention said on Thursday that an additional 54,000 COVID-19 tests were conducted revealing  659 new cases and bringing the total number of cases to 37,018.

The new cases identified are undergoing treatment.

Ministry also revealed that the total number of recovered cases of Coronavirus has reached 19,572 with 419 cases fully recovered on Thursday after receiving treatment.

Ministry also announced the death of three people, who tested positive for COVID-19, due to complications.This brings the total death toll to 273.

The Ministry of Health and Prevention expressed sincere condolences to the families of the deceased.

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