The Royal Hospital has confirmed the recovery of the first critical case from Covid-19 disease, a 28-year-old man who was admitted to the intensive care unit.

He was discharged from the hospital after fully recovered from the disease, said a statement from the Ministry of Health.

The Ministry of Health (MOH) on Monday announced the registration of 12 new cases confirmed with Covid-19.

This brings the total number of COVID-19 cases registered in the Sultanate to 179.

Region-wise, Muscat has 126 confirmed cases, followed by Al Dakhiliyah (17), North Batinah (17), South Batinah (8), Dhofar (7), Al Dhahirah (2)), South Sharqiyah (1) and Buraimi (1).

The Ministry affirmed that 29 cases have totally recovered.

MOH calls upon all to adhere to the quarantine procedures.

The Ministry also advises all citizens and residents to keep on washing hands with water and soap, as well as avoiding touching the face, nose, mouth, and eyes and following the healthy habits when coughing and sneezing.

Full adherence to social distancing instructions issued by the Supreme Committee and the MOH is further required.Oman Observer