The Ministry of Health and Prevention declared on 17.o3 that another 15 new persons are affected by the novel virus. Total 113 persons have found infected.

MoHAP announces "The new cases have been detected through the Ministry's early monitoring and reporting system and after examining those who had been in close contact with already confirmed cases in addition to individuals coming from abroad who had been all under quarantine."

The official also added "All those in close contact with the confirmed cases are being screened to avert spreading of the disease and ensure public safety. Full coordination channels are maintained with all health and other concerned authorities in the country through a very effective epidemiological monitoring mechanism,"

"All necessary precautions are being taken to ensure highly efficient preventive measures, including check-ups and observation of people in contact with the patients in line with the guidelines and standards of the World Health Organisation."

The Ministry also advised people to avoid unnecessary travel, take proper precaution to be safe, try to be indoors as much as possible.

It also advised if someone is suffering from a respiratory syndrome, avoid crowded & public places.

These simple measures will help to prevent the transmission of the disease.

Source : Emirates News Agency