COVID-19: 470 new cases in UAE; two deaths

Monday, 7 September 2020 14:05

The UAE has confirmed 470 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 74,454.

According to the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), more than 57,500 additional tests have been carried out across the Emirates.

Meanwhile, the number of recoveries has gone up to 66,533 after another 438 people received the all-clear.

The ministry has also confirmed the death of two patients, bringing the total number of fatalities to 390.

This means that there are currently 7,531 active cases in the country.

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