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Emiratis urged to submit DNA samples for genome project to tackle deadly diseases

Tens of thousands of citizens have already submitted blood samples and DNA swabs as part of the programme Emiratis in the UAE have been urged to voluntarily give an anonymous blood sample to help expand the data collection for the Emirati Genome Project. All photos by Khushnum Bhandari / The National The programme, which officially launched last year, has so far collected blood samples and buccal swabs from tens of thousands of people Dr Walid Zaher is the chief research officer for G42 Healthcare and one of the lead researchers for the Emirati Genome Programme Using the data, experts say they can predict, and in some cases prevent, diseases before they happen

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More centres now collect samples from Emiratis for Emirati Genome Programme

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 opens new sample collection centres in Abu Dhabi

EGP opens new sample collection centres in Abu Dhabi ABU DHABI, 10 hours, 42 minutes ago The UAE’s Department of Health (DoH) has announced that new sample collection sites have been launched as part of the Emirati Genome Program’s (EGP) expansion in Abu Dhabi. Sample collection sites participating in the Emirati Genome Program now include the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (Adnec), Biogenix Labs in Masdar City, Al Towayya in Al Ain, Al Ain Convention Center and CurePlus Medical Centre, Al Ain. This is in addition to 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 Center- Abu Dhabi and NMC Royal Women’s Hospital.