People in Dubai are being advised to wash their hands regularly when in an airport.
That's according to Dr. Manal Taryam, Chief Executive Officer Primary Health Care Services Sector at the Dubai Health Authority, who spoke about ways to help contain the spread of COVID-19.
Dr. Manal has urged people to avoid touching their face while traveling especially the eyes, nose and mouth.
She also explains how the health authority is taking the necessary precautionary measures at Dubai Airports.
UAE issues rain alert on Wednesday
UAE weather authorities have issued a rain alert on Wednesday and warned the public of convective cloud formation causing rainfall across scattered areas in the country.
Storms forecast to intensify across UAE by Thursday
The heavy rain and storms affecting the country since Sunday are forecast to continue on Wednesday, before reaching a peak on Thursday and overnight into Friday.
UAE air defences intercept 5 missiles, 17 drones on Tuesday
The United Arab Emirates air defences intercepted five ballistic missiles and 17 drones on Tuesday, according to a statement from the Ministry of Defence (MoD).
UAE hosts Eid Al Fitr carnival for children in Gaza
An Eid Al Fitr carnival for children has been held in the Gaza Strip under the UAE's Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, as part of continuing efforts to bring joy to children in difficult circumstances.
