Covid-19: UAE announces 1,508 new cases, two deaths

The UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced 1,508 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, bringing the total number of recorded infections in the country to 540,646.

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

The new cases were reported after 210,362 additional Covid-19 tests were conducted over the past 24 hours.

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In a statement, MoHAP 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 also announced two deaths due to coronavirus complications, bringing the total number of deaths in the country to 1,619.

MoHAP also noted that an additional 1,477 individuals had fully recovered from Covid-19, bringing the total number of recoveries to 520,882.

The UAE has urged the public in the country to avoid gathering during the Eid holidays to curb the spread of the virus.

It has also warned of strict penalties against violators.

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