The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has reduced the price of nasal swab Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) tests to AED 150.
These prices will only apply to government hospitals and clinics.
Meanwhile, private health centres and hospitals will not be allowed to charge more than AED 250 for a test.
It's part of efforts by the health authorities to encourage widespread testing to curb the spread of COVID-19.
UAE sends urgent medical aid to Gaza hospitals
The UAE has reaffirmed its continued support for the Palestinian people with a new medical aid shipment delivered to Gaza as part of 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3'.
Dubai Police intervenes after 10-year-old reports father's abuse
Dubai Police have stepped in following a case of child abuse reported by a 10-year-old boy.
UAE champions climate action, inclusivity at UN talks
The UAE has wrapped up its participation at the UN’s 62nd Climate Session in Bonn, Germany, reaffirming its commitment to global climate action and building on the momentum from COP28.
UAE, Israel discuss parliamentary cooperation to improve regional security
The national defence and foreign affairs committees of the UAE and Israel on Wednesday held a virtual meeting, emphasising the need to adopt a "responsible political approach" in dealing with regional crises.
Sheikh Abdullah discusses boosting bilateral ties with Ghana counterpart
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and his counterpart in Ghana, Okudzeto Ablakwa, have explored ways to further strength bilateral ties during a phone call.
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