Free PCR tests for students, school staff in UAE

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PCR tests will be free-of-charge every 30 days for all students, administrative, academic and technical staff in UAE schools.

This was announced on Tuesday during the weekly government media briefing. 

According to officials, the free tests will be offered to those who are fully vaccinated against the coronavirus. 

It will be made available to students and staff from both private and government educational facilities. 

The list of facilities offering the free tests is yet to be released. 

 

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