Free PCR tests for students in Sharjah, Ajman

Tuesday, 31 August 2021 11:02

By ARN News Staff

Students in Sharjah, Ajman and other northern emirates, now have access to free PCR testing.

The Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA) has allocated centres where students can take the nasal swab test at no cost.

Prior appointment is not required for students.

The screening centres are open from Saturday to Thursday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm and on Friday from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm.

Free PCR testing for students is now available at selected SEHA facilities across the UAE pic.twitter.com/wSW20Gh8rP
— SEHA - شركة صحة (@SEHAHealth) August 30, 2021

Abu Dhabi recently announced a free vaccination drive for students across all government and private testing centres until the end of September.

This announcement comes soon after local authorities announced a reduction in PCR testing prices at AED 50 across the board.

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