UAE reports 865 new Covid-19 cases, total death toll reaches 403

The UAE reported 865 new Covid-19 cases on Friday, following 97,469 additional tests, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced.

The total number of infections reported in the country has now reached 83,433.

The new cases identified are undergoing treatment, the ministry said.

Additional 97,469 Covid-19 tests were conducted by #UAE health authorities, revealing 865 new cases and bringing the total number of cases to 83,433 . The new cases identified are undergoing treatment. #UAEGov

— UAEGov (@uaegov) September 18, 2020

It also announced the death of one person who tested positive for Covid-19, due to complications, bringing the total death toll to 403.

The total number of recovered cases has reached 72,790 with 673 additional recoveries reported on Friday.

The UAE has reported a spike in the number of Covid-19 cases in recent days, with authorities urging the public to follow the precautionary measures.

Several restaurants and retail outlets have also been closed and fined for flouting the rules.

Officials say numbers have risen mainly due to non-compliance to measures such as physical distancing and wearing of masks.