DHA well-equipped to deal with Covid-19 infections

DHA well-equipped to deal with Covid-19 infections

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has launched a highly-sophisticated mobile unit to conduct Covid-19 testing in densely populated areas, especially labour camps.. Director General Al Qutami insists the increase in cases is normal and due to rigorous testing and screening.. The increase in the number of �Covid-19 infections is not a matter of concern and the country's healthcare system is well prepared for all emergency situations, Humaid Al Qutami, Director General of Dubai Health Authority, has said.. On Thursday, UAE recorded 946 new infections, taking the total number of cases to 26,898.. p>Al Qutami said an analysis of the Covid-19 situation in the emirate shows that recovery rates are increasing and the infection, quarantine and hospitalisation rates are stable.. Hospitalisation and ICU rates in Dubai are lower than global averages, he pointed out.. Most cases exhibit only mild symptoms.. The pandemic has had no impact on DHA services, he stressed.. As we prepare to celebrate Eid, it is crucial that people adhere to social-distancing and precautionary measures to avoid a surge in cases, he stressed.. "The 'Doctor for Every Citizen' initiative of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) offers residents 24/7 consultations with doctors regarding Covid-19 concerns via video and voice