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    Free COVID-19 tests in the UAE: Are you eligible?

    Find out which categories get a free coronavirus test and how to apply


    Published:  June 18, 2020 17:59 Huda Tabrez, Senior News Editor

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    The UAE has made several announcements for categories of people who are eligible for a free COVID-19 test. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Who can get the free COVID-19 test? Image Credit: Gulf News
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    1. Emirati citizens and their domestic workers, whether they exhibit symptoms or not. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    2. People in high-risk categories. 3. People of determination. 4. Residents over the age of 50 years. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    5. Residents who are showing COVID-19 symptoms or have been in contact with a COVID-19 positive case. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Abu Dhabi's Department of Health has begun expanding the scope of COVID-19 testing. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    You can go to a drive-through centre in Abu Dhabi if you needto get tested for COVID-19. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    High-density areas have also seen health teams coming in to conduct testing. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    These categories are eligible for a free test across the UAE. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    How can I book a free COVID-19 test? Call the Estijaba hotline on 800 1717 for Abu Dhabi. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    In Dubai, you can call the Dubai Health Authority on 800 342. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    List of DHA hospitals Image Credit: Gulf News
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    For other emirates, you can call the MOHAP hotline on 800 111 11. Image Credit: Gulf News
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