UAE to intensify Covid screenings
277 new cases and 23 recoveries registered in the country; Dubai launches drive to sterilise 800 mosques
DUBAI — The UAE will intensify screenings across the country as the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) reported 277 new cases of Covid-19 on Monday.
With 23 recoveries announced on Monday, the total number of recoveries is 167. An Asian resident was declared dead, taking the death toll to 11.
Speaking at a Press conference, Dr Farida Al Hosani, spokeswoman for MoHAP, said authorities are intensifying screening procedures and extending the testing scope to include all UAE nationals and residents.
“This will give a big boost to our successful efforts to contain all infected cases, significantly reduce infections, and curb the virus.”
Dr Al Hosani said the UAE Government is working closely with the private sector and all outlets to boost e-shopping and increase their capacities. “We are working together to find solutions for all challenges within 48 hours.”
Dubai Taxi Corporation said it will soon install separation screens in its fleet of taxis as part of preventive measures against coronavirus. This will provide greater levels of protection to both the driver and passengers.
Meanwhile, the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai has launched a capgaign to sterilise 800 mosques. The move is part of the disinfection operations it is conducting from April 1 to 11 using best in class products.
Executive Director of Mosques Affairs Sector Mohammed Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi said the sterilisation and disinfection drive is part of the National Sterilisation Programme, which seeks to contain the spread of Covid-19.
Al Falasi said the sterilisation programme has already covered 200 mosques.
In Dubai, authorities have clarified that cyclists and pedestrians will need permits before stepping out to buy essentials.
According to the permit website, residents will now also have to enter details of the purpose of travel as well as the mode of transport they will be using. Residents can apply for a permit at https://dxbpermit.gov.ae/permits. The permit website was launched on Sunday by the Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management on Sunday.