Ministry of Public Health today reported 1,740 new confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19), and 1,439 new recovered patients in the last 24 hours, bringing the total number of recovered cases in Qatar to 13,283. The Ministry also announced 2 deaths due to the virus
The total number of positive COVID-19 cases recorded in Qatar till now stands at 48947 and there are 35634 active cases under treatment. So far, 30 people died from the coronavirus in Qatar. Ministry conducted 4769 tests in last 24 hours taking the total tests done so far to 201180 tests.
Over the last 24 hours, 12 people were admitted to intensive care due to the virus, bringing the total number of cases in intensive care to 203.
The Ministry stated that the two new deaths were attributed to two persons, aged 75 and 68, who were suffering from chronic diseases, and had received the necessary medical care in intensive care. The Ministry of Public Health offered sincere condolences and great sympathy to the families of the deceased.
The Ministry of Public Health stated that Qatar is still in the peak phase of the virus outbreak, which is seeing a rise in the number of infections recorded daily, and therefore it is necessary to adhere to, more than ever before, the preventive measures and social measures recommended.
The Ministry also stressed the importance for the elderly or those suffering from chronic diseases and their family members to follow strict measures to reduce the chances of infection, including refraining from social visits.
Anyone who has symptoms of COVID-19 should either quickly contact the 16000 helpline or go directly to one of the designated health centers for testing the virus. This is important as the earlier the disease is detected the easier it will be to receive the right treatment and recover from it.
The four main testing centers are:
• Muaither Health Centre
• Rawdat Al Khalil Health Centre
• Um Slal Health Centre; and
• Al Gharafa Health Centre