The Gulf Time Newspaper One of the finest business newspapers in the UAE brought to you by our professional writers and editors.
Abu Dhabi / WAM
The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced on Saturday that it conducted 174,172 additional Covid-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment.
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.
As part of its intensified
testing campaign, MoHAP announced 3,566 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total number of recorded cases in the UAE to 274,376.
The ministry also noted that an additional 4,051 individuals had fully recovered from Covid-19, bringing the total number of recoveries to 247,318.
MoHAP also announced 7 deaths due to Covid-19 complications, bringing the total number of deaths in the country to 783. According to the ministry, the infected individuals are from various nationalities,
are in a stable condition, and
receiving the necessary care.
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.