The UAE GOV Reminds Residents: “It’s Your Duty” To Observe Social Distancing
At the COVID-19 media briefing last night, Dr Omar Al Hammadi, the government briefing spokesperson gave his usual updates, and the message was clear… As we enter into the long weekend, it is the national duty to observe social distancing, considering what’s at stake.
He said following the simple practice is effective and has proved to show a positive significant impact.
He went on to say that studies show children get similar but less severe symptoms of COVID-19. They can be asymptomatic, so families are advised to keep children distant from the elderly and people with chronic diseases. He also stated the death rate for men is higher than for women, however this could be because men have a higher number of chronic and tobacco-induced diseases.
There are currently 6,322 active cases in the UAE
The NCEMA shared COVID precautions for Eid Al-Adha (swipe right)
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Keeping safe is everyone’s responsibility
Al Owais: It is the responsibility of every one of us to abide by the regulations and measures put in place to protect the pubic health. Following simple practices like social distancing is effective in preventing the spread of Covid-19. We wish a blessed Eid for all. #UAEGov
— UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) July 27, 2020
Children are less likely to show severe COVID-19 symptoms, but they could carry the disease
Dr. Al Hammadi: Studies show children get similar but less severe symptoms of Covid-19. In some cases, children are asymptomatic and they can transmit the virus to others. We advise families to keep children distant from the elderly and people with chronic diseases. #UAEGov
— UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) July 27, 2020
Due to chronic and tobacco-induced diseases, men are more susceptible to COVID-19 than women
Dr. Al Hammadi: As per recorded cases, men are more susceptible to Covid-19 virus than women and the death rate for men is higher than the rate for women. Reasons include men’s tendency to have chronic and tobacco induced diseases more than women. #UAEgov
— UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) July 27, 2020
Dr Al Hammadi highlighted the efforts of frontline workers, which will not be forgotten
Al Owais: We highly appreciate our frontline heroes of doctors, nurses and healthcare providers who are spending Eid AlAdha away from their families, to keep us safe and healthy. We will always remember and value their relentless efforts. #UAEGov
— UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) July 27, 2020
