Since 21 February to 16 March 2020, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases has reached 109, including the cases that were diagnosed at Rafik Hariri University Hospital, and those reported from the other university hospitals accredited from the Ministry; 10 new cases being recorded since yesterday.
The Ministry of Public Health continues to follow up on the suspect cases and determine those who came in contact with them, as well as the people who travelled from countries where local cases have been reported.
The Ministry of Public Health urges all the citizens to comply with the strict measures taken by the official authorities and stay home, unless absolutely necessary.