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Abu Dhabi: The UAE on Thursday announced the detection of 196 new cases of COVID-19 with no deaths, bringing the total number of infections to 899,637 and keeping the fatality tally at 2,302.

According to the latest update by the Ministry of Health and Prevention, a total of 301 patients have made full recovery, pushing overall recoveries to 883,461.

The newly detected infections were identified after conducting 203,719 PCR tests across the country.

The ministry wished patients speedy recovery and urging the public to cooperate with health authorities and comply with precautionary measures to ensure everyone’s safety and health.