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Asharq Al-Awsat
Asharq Al-Awsat
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Asharq Al-Awsat

UAE Announces 3,310 New COVID-19 Cases, 3,368 Recoveries

A woman holds a sign at Mall of the Emirates after the UAE government eased a curfew and allowed stores to reopen, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates May 5, 2020. (Reuters)

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) reported 3,310 new coronavirus cases, taking the total number of infections in the country to 332,603.

This came after it conducted 165,796 new COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours.

In a statement on Tuesday, 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.

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

MoHAP also announced 17 deaths due to COVID-19 complications, bringing the total number of deaths in the country to 947.

The Ministry 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.

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