DHA conducts 35000 COVID-19 tests for teachers and staff working in Dubai private schools

DHA conducts 35000 COVID-19 tests for teachers and staff working in Dubai private schools

DHA conducts 35,000 COVID-19 tests for teachers and staff working in Dubai private schools

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A medical staff conducts a test on a teacher in Dubai.

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA), in cooperation with the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and the COVID-19 Command and Control Center (CCC), has conducted approximately 35,000 COVID-19 tests for teachers and administrative staff working in Dubai private schools.

The tests, which were conducted free of charge, are part of the precautionary measures implemented by the Government of Dubai to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the community, DHA said. The tests also reflect the Government's efforts to ensure the safety of students and staff across private schools in Dubai.

Ahead of the start of the new academic year, the Authority ensured comprehensive preparations were in place