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.
EGP, NMC open new collection centres in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI, 21 days ago The Emirati Genome Program (EGP), the world’s first dedicated program to ever study the Arab genome, has expanded its reach with new collection centres that have been added through NMC Healthcare’s network in Abu Dhabi. In addition to already existing collection centres which include the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), Biogenix Labs in Masdar City, Al Towayya in Al Ain, Al Ain Convention Centre and CurePlus Medical Centre, Al Ain, citizens in the Emirates can now participate in the program by visiting NMC Healthcare’s network in Abu Dhabi, which includes NMC Royal Hospital in Khalifa City, Bareen International Hospital, NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Ain, NMC Royal Medical Centre - Abu Dhabi and NMC Royal Women’s Hospital.
Which vaccine is being provided?
The dosage
How much does the vaccine cost?
As of now, licensed centres are offering the vaccine free of charge to residents.
How old do I have to be to receive the vaccine? COVID-19 vaccine in Abu Dhabi. Image Credit: Supplied
The vaccine is currently only being offered to residents aged 18 years and older. In some cases, those aged between 15 and 17 years old are being given the vaccine after a thorough medical evaluation.
Is anyone excluded from receiving the vaccine?
Some groups of people cannot currently receive the vaccine for their own safety.
• Anyone who is not haemodynamically (blood pressure and heartrate) stable