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Two COVID-19 testing centres open in Fujairah

Monday, 3 August 2020 15:33

Two COVID-19 testing centres have opened in Dibba, Fujairah.

That's according to the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), which revealed that they have been set up to conduct free coronavirus tests for all citizens and residents in the area.

Officials explained that the move comes as part of the UAE's effort to contain the spread of the virus in the country.

The opening of both facilities was done in coordination with the emirate's Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management, the Fujairah Foundation for Region Development (FFRD) and Fujairah Police.

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