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Oman's health ministry urged everyone to adhere strictly to social distancing instructions. Image Credit: Supplied

Dubai: Oman’s Ministry of Health on Sunday announced 21 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the Sultanate to 298, including 61 recoveries and two deaths.

The ministry called on the public to adhere to the isolation procedures by staying in an isolated room attached to a toilet and serving the isolated person from outside the room as instructed. The Ministry also advised all citizens and residents wash hands regularly with soap, avoid touching the face, nose, mouth, and eyes and follow healthy habits when coughing and sneezing.

The ministry urged everyone to adhere strictly to social distancing instructions issued by the Supreme Committee and the MOH, as well as staying at home and not going out unless necessary.