The UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention reported on Friday 978 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of recorded cases in the UAE to 721,308.
The ministry also announced 1 death due to COVID-19 complications, bringing the total number of deaths in the country to 2,044.
Meanwhile 1,504 individuals were reported as “fully recovered” from COVID-19, bringing the total number of recoveries to 709,659.
After carrying out 299,936 additional COVID-19 tests since Thursday, the ministry stressed its aim to continue expanding the scope of testing for early detection of coronavirus cases and to carry out the necessary treatment.
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.
