UAE sees 1,599 new coronavirus cases, 3 deaths in 24 hours

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced 1,599 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total number of recorded cases in the UAE to 639,476.

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

READ MORE

UAE Health Ministry approves emergency registration of Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine

India registers more than 43,000 new coronavirus cases, 955 deaths in 24 hours

Afghanistan finds deadly black fungus infection in coronavirus patients

As part of its intensified testing campaign, MoHAP announced that it conducted 254,639 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment.

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

MoHAP also announced three deaths due to COVID-19 complications, bringing the total number of deaths in the country to 1,834.

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 1,570 individuals had fully recovered from COVID-19, bringing the total number of recoveries to 617,767.