UAE conducts 82,191 COVID-19 tests, reports 391 new cases, a death - GulfToday

UAE conducts 82,191 COVID-19 tests, reports 391 new cases, a death

  • 21 Aug 2020
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The UAE Health Ministry conducted 82,191 Covid-19 tests, revealing 391 new coronavirus cases and bringing the total number of cases to 66,193.

The new cases identified are undergoing treatment.

The ministry announced the death of one person who tested positive for COVID-19, due to complications.

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This brings the total death toll to 370.

The total number of recovered cases of coronavirus has reached 58,296 with 143 cases recovered on Friday after receiving treatment.

The ministry expressed its sincere condolences to the family of the deceased and wished current COVID-19 patients a speedy and full recovery, calling 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.

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