UAE reports record 3,243 new virus cases, 2,195 recoveries and 6 deaths
- 12 Jan 2021
The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced that it conducted 151,480 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment.
In a statement on Tuesday, the health ministry stressed its aim to continue expanding the scope of testing nationwide to facilitate the early detection of coronavirus cases part of its intensified testing campaign.
The MoHAP announced 3,243 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total number of recorded cases in the UAE to 236,225.
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According to the MoHAP, the infected individuals are from various nationalities, are in a stable condition, and receiving the necessary care.
The health ministry also announced 6 deaths due to COVID-19 complications, bringing the total number of deaths in the country to 717.
The ministry of health 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 2,195 individuals had fully recovered from COVID-19, bringing the total number of recoveries to 210,561 carry out the necessary treatment.
WAM