ABU DHABI — The United Arab Emirates on Friday announced 261 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total number of cases in the country to 58,249, the Ministry of Health and Prevention said in a statement carried by state news agency WAM. The ministry said it conducted over 46,000 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment that led to the detection of new cases. In the 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. According to the ministry, the infected individuals are from different countries. They are in stable condition and are receiving the necessary medical care. The ministry also announced one death due to COVID-19 complications, taking the total number of virus-related deaths in the country to 343. It expressed its sincere condolences to the family of the deceased and wished current 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 social distance to ensure the health and safety of all. Meanwhile, a total of 387 individuals have completely recovered from COVID-19, raising the total number of recoveries to 51,235.
