Abu Dhabi: Emiratis keen to participate in a genome mapping and analysis programme can now submit their blood sample at a number of new locations.
These new locations include both public and private facilities across Abu Dhabi and any Emirati can choose to participate in this first-of-its kind programme in the UAE.
The Emirati Genome Programme aims to sequence the complete genome of as many Emiratis as possible in order to better predict, prevent and treat genetic and chronic illnesses in the community. The data will be used to develop health-care strategies that address the community’s health needs and support the advancement of preventive medicine in the UAE.
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The health authorities in the UAE are urging the public to get vaccinated against Covid-19 as cases rise worldwide.
They renewed their call this week after the country exceeded 3,000 daily cases for the first time.
More than 1.8 million vaccine doses were given to Emiratis and residents since the start of a campaign last month.
The UAE authorised use of the Sinopharm vaccine across the country. In Dubai, the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is also available to prioritised groups.
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to get vaccinated in the Emirates.
Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine
The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is available at seven Dubai Health Authority facilities. These are: Al Safa Primary Healthcare Centre, Zabeel Primary Healthcare Centre, Al Mizhar Primary Healthcare Centre, Nad Al Hamr Primary Healthcare Centre, Al Barsha Primary Healthcare Centre, Uptown Mirdif Medical Fitness Centre and Hatta Hospital.
Abu Dhabi: All schoolgoing children aged four to 11 years who have returned to the UAE on or after January 3 must present a negative COVID-19 test prior to their physical return to school, the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (Adek) has said.
To comply with the requirement, children must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test result with 96-hour validity, conducted via a nasal swab or saliva sample.
The requirement was announced ahead of the resumption of face-to-face classes in Abu Dhabi schools after the three-week winter break. Although classes began on January 3, the Adek had announced a two-week distance learning period for all students in the emirate.
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