UAE: Want to volunteer for the world's first phase three COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials? Read this

Phase three of the clinical trials have started in Abu Dhabi, but you can still volunteer

Published: July 21, 2020 13:38 Last updated: August 31, 2020 16:46 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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Clinical trials have started in the UAE for the COVID-19 inactive vaccine. Read more here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1594885159109 Image Credit: AP

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The trials are being led by Abu Dhabi-based G42 along with Abu Dhabi's health authorities and a Chinese pharma major. Image Credit: AP

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UPDATE: On August 31, it was announced that registrations had been closed as more people than expected signed up within six-week period. Read more here: https://gulfnews.com/1.73535627 Image Credit: Abu Dhabi Media Office

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Volunteers can be from different nationalities, between 18 to 60 years old. Read about the launch of the clinical trials here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1592939652606 Image Credit: Supplied

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Seha is providing facilities at five of their sites. Image Credit: AP

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How can I volunteer? Image Credit: Abu Dhabi Media Office

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Registration details Image Credit: AP

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Registration details Image Credit: AP

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The volunteer journey Image Credit: Reuters

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You would need to undergo a pre-vaccine RT-PCR test, after which the trial will start with the first vaccine dose. Image Credit: Supplied

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On Day 21, you will receive the second dose of the vaccine. Image Credit: Abu Dhabi Media Office

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The clinical trial will end with a final medical examination. Image Credit: AP

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Quarantine requirements for trial volunteers? Image Credit: Reuters

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You will be clearly informed of any potential short-term side-effects. Image Credit: Abu Dhabi Media Office

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Clinical trial hotline for volunteers - 02 819 1111. Image Credit: AP

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