Doha: Ministry of Public Health announces the registration of 252 new confirmed cases of coronavirus (Covid-19), and the recovery of 59 cases of the disease, bringing the total recovery cases in the State of Qatar to 334 cases.

The new cases are due to people having been in contact with positive cases among citizens and residents. The new infected cases have been placed under complete isolation and they are receiving necessary medical care.

The total number of positive COVID-19 cases recorded in Qatar till now stands at 3231 and there are 2890 active cases under treatment.

Qatar has tested 50828 people for Covid-19 so far and reported 7 deaths.

The Ministry of Public Health calls on all members of society to stay at home and not to go out except where absolutely necessary.

The Ministry of Public Health also requests all members of society to cooperate fully and adhere to all health guidelines and preventive measures to reduce the risk of infection, including sticking to social and physical distancing guidelines. The Ministry also recommends that you regularly visit the MOPH website for the most up-to-date guidance on how to stay safe.

SOURCE: THEPENINSULAQATAR