Spokesman of the Kuwaiti Ministry of Health (MoH) Dr. Abdullah Al-Sanad on Monday dismissed what has been circulated on social media networks regarding the diagnosing of a coronavirus case at a Kuwaiti hospital.

In a press statement, Al-Sanad said that most pictures and footages are related to tests made by the Ministry to make sure of the readiness of the technical and medical staff.

He stressed that no coronavirus has been registered in Kuwait.

Al-Sanad called on both citizens and residents to follow up the Ministry's official channels to be acquainted with the latest developments, and follow up the awareness guidelines and preventive measures in this matter.