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UAE announces 1,262 new virus cases and 1 death

  • 21 Nov 2020
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Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has announced 1,262 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total number of recorded cases in the UAE to 157,785.

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

As part of its intensified testing campaign, the Ministry has also announced that it conducted 133,003 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours.

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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.

MoHAP also announced 1 death due to COVID-19 complications, bringing the total number of deaths in the country to 548.

The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences to the family of the deceased and wished 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.

MoHAP also noted an additional 771 individuals had fully recovered from COVID-19, bringing the total number of recoveries to 148,080.

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