Free coronavirus testing centre opens in Fujairah

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A new coronavirus testing centre, that offers free service to UAE citizens and residents, has opened in Fujariah's Wahla. 

The centre was opened on the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah.

The inauguration of the centre took place in coordination with the emirate's Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Team, in cooperation with the Fujairah Police.

The ministry, in cooperation with the Fujairah Government, aims to launch more free coronavirus testing centres and supply them with the latest technologies and medical, nursing and administrative staff from the Abu Dhabi Health Services Company, SEHA.

It's part of the precautionary and preventive measures adopted by the UAE to limit the spread of coronavirus.

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