UAE reports 2 deaths and 1,538 new coronavirus cases - GulfToday

UAE reports 2 deaths and 1,538 new coronavirus cases

  • 21 Oct 2020
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UAE reported 2 deaths and 1,538 new coronavirus cases and 1,501 new recoveries on Wednesday.

In a statement, the Ministry stressed its aim to continue expanding the scope of testing nationwide to facilitate the early detection of coronavirus cases and carry out the necessary treatment.

The Ministry of Health conducted 105,740 tests over the past 24 hours leading to the detection of the new cases. 1,501 people also made full recoveries in the last 24 hours.

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

The current death toll stands at 472 while total confirmed cases in the country is 119,132. Out of the total cases, 111,814 people have completely recovered so far.

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