UAE records 786 new cases, 661 recoveries and no death in 24 hours - GulfToday

UAE records 786 new cases, 661 recoveries and no death in 24 hours

  • 17 Sep 2020
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The Ministry of Health and Prevention, MoHAP, on Thursday said it carried out over 92,9122 additional COVID-19 tests in the country over the last 24 hours, using the latest testing methods.

The Ministry said in a statement that the intense testing drive uncovered 786 new cases of various nationalities, who are all in a stable condition and receiving the necessary medical treatment. 

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This brings the total number of official cases recorded in the UAE to 82,568. It also announced the recovery of an additional 661 individuals from the virus, bringing the total number of recoveries to 72,117.

MoHAP said no new deaths were recorded in the last 24 hours.

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