Coronavirus: UAE records 1,699 new cases as infections fall to lowest since January

Authorities have deployed a comprehensive testing regimen, strict safety measures and one of the world's fastest vaccination drives to curb the pandemic

Nursing staff at work at Mohamed Bin Zayed Field Hospital in Ras Al Khaimah. Pawan Singh / The National

A staff disinfects a ward at the Seha field hospital for Covid-19 patients in Ajman. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Dr Mohammad Nour Al Saeed surveys the Seha ICU Centre at Dubai Parks and Resorts in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National

A man passes by a sign that informs people about coronavirus-related health protocols at Al Khalidiya Park in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National

A staff wearing a face mask opens the door of a restaurant in Al Karama, Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National

Hairdresser Carlos gives a haircut to his customer Imthiyaz Haroon in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Visitors check the artworks at the 100 Million Meals charity auction at the Mandarin Oriental Jumeirah in Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National

Shopkeepers wait for customers at the Naif souq in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National

People skate at the RollDXB roller disco at Shed 3 Marina Cubes Street in Dubai Maritime City, Port Rashid, Bur Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National

A shopper is seen at Al Wahda Mall in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National

Face masks are on display at Lulu Hypermarket in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National

Worshippers pray during maghrib at the Souq Al Anshetah Masjid in Al Mina, Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National

The UAE recorded 1,699 new cases of Covid-19 on Tuesday, bringing its total to 527,266.

Another 1,686 people beat the virus, taking the recovery tally to 507,706.

The death toll now stands at 1,598, following two more fatalities during 24-hour reporting period.

The number of new cases is the lowest since January 3, when 1,501 cases were reported.

Authorities have deployed a widespread testing regimen, strict safety measures and one of the world's fastest vaccination drives to curb the pandemic.

Because of this, cases have dropped significantly after reaching close to 4,000 a day in January.

The UAE has administered 10.6 million vaccine doses – which represents a rate of 107.85 doses per 100 people.

Authorities called on the public to ensure they are vaccinated to support the country's fight against Covid-19.

"The vaccine is our best means to recover and return to a normal life," said Dr Saif Al Dhaheri, spokesman for the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority.