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Minister of Health, HE Faeqa Al Saleh, today announced that the ministry has expanded the capacity of its isolation and quarantine treatment centres across the Kingdom. the capacity at isolation centres now stands at 4,257 beds of which 3,218 are currently occupied, and 5,489 beds at quarantine centres, of which 533 are occupied. HE the Minister added that the ministry is following a comprehensive national plan initiated by the National Taskforce for Combating the Coronavirus (COVID-19), which is continually reviewed and modified based on COVID-19 developments. HE the Minister emphasised that the national efforts undertaken by Team Bahrain, led by…

The World Health Organization said on Tuesday that some treatments appear to be limiting the severity or length of the COVID-19 disease and that it was focusing on learning more about four or five of the most promising ones, reported Reuters. The Geneva-based WHO is leading a global initiative to develop safe and effective vaccines, tests and drugs to prevent, diagnose and treat COVID-19. The respiratory illness has infected 4.19 million people around the world, according to a Reuters tally. WHO official Margaret Harris sounded a note of caution around expectations for a vaccine, however, saying coronaviruses, in general, are…

The Dubai Tram will resume regular service starting Wednesday, May 13, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced today. Commuters are obliged to wear masks to ensure maximum protection of both riders and operators, the authority said. “Dubai Tram, marine transport and shared transport will resume regular service as of Wednesday, 13th May. Proactive and preventive health measures will remain enforced including physical distancing, especially aboard public transport means and in stations,” the RTA said in a tweet. The tram will operate from Saturday to Thursday from 7am until 11pm, and on Friday from 10am until 11pm. “If you’re planning…

Saudi Arabia on Tuesday announced the application of new standards in government and private hospitals to confront the coronavirus pandemic. According to the Saudi Gazette, the Central Board for Accreditation of Healthcare Institutions (CBAHI) said that a new list of “updated” criteria to combat the virus will be implemented. “The evaluation of hospitals under the Ministry of Health (MoH) and the private sector will begin this week. This will be undertaken in two phases in accordance with the updated standards as well as in line with the updates issued by MoH. Speaking to Al-Arabiya, Dr. Salem Al-Wahhabi, director-general of CBAHI,…

Bahrain tested a total of 190,780 until now. There are 3,075 active cases. These include 3,070 stable cases and 5 critical cases. 2,152 people have been discharged. Only 9 deaths have been reported until now. This takes the total cases in Bahrain to 5,236. The active cases crossed 3,00 yesterday night. The Ministry of Health announced today the death of an 80-year-old male national. About the COVID-19 Deaths Read more about the 9th death – Click Here Read more about the 8th death – Click Here Read more about the 7th death – Click Here Read more about the 6th death – Click Here Read…

The Ministry of Health announces the death of an 80-year-old male national. The patient, along with all other active COVID-19 cases, had been placed in isolation and received extensive 24-hour treatment from a specialised medical team The Ministry of Health expresses its heartfelt condolences to the individual’s family during this difficult time. This is the 9th death of a COVID-19 patient. About the COVID-19 Deaths Read more about the eighth death – Click Here Read more about the seventh death – Click Here Read more about the sixth death – Click Here Read more about the fifth death – Click…

A fire in a hospital treating coronavirus patients in Russia claimed the lives of five patients and forced the evacuation of 150 people, state news agencies reported. The fire broke out on the sixth floor of an intensive care unit at the St. George Hospital in St. Petersburg, killing five coronavirus patients connected to a ventilator, the TASS news agency reported, citing medical personnel. According to initial findings, the fire may have been caused by a short circuit in the ventilator or its malfunction, state news agencies said. The Investigative Committee, Russia’s top law enforcement body, said a criminal investigation had been opened into…

Saudi Ministry of Interior stated that within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s efforts to confront coronavirus pandemic and the preventive measures to preserve the health and safety of citizens and residents, it was decided the following: First: A curfew will come into effect in (Baish) Governorate of Jazan region for a period of 24 hours, with continuing ban of entry and exit from it, as of today until further notice, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. The ban of entry and exit does not include those excepted from employees of vital sectors in government and private sectors, whose works require continued…

The Oman Ministry of Health reports 148 new coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, raising the total number of confirmed cases in the country to 3,721. 33 of the new cases are Omanis, while the other 115 are Non-Omanis. The death toll stands at 17, as no new deaths were reported today. 39 new recoveries from COVID-19 were reported, taking the number of recoveries to 1250.

The Chief Executive of Labour Fund ‘Tamkeen’ Dr. Ebrahim Mohammed Janahi today announced that more than 10,000 small and micro enterprises have been supported through the Business Continuity Support Program so far. He noted that today, Monday 11 May, is the last day for small and micro enterprises to apply for the program. His Excellency Sh. Mohammed pointed out that this program provides financial grants to small and micro enterprises with an active CR or a valid license. Dr. Janahi stated that applications are currently under review and Tamkeen will evaluate the extent to which each applicant meets the program’s…