UAE President launches National Genome Strategy to prioritise Emirati health care – The National

  • Date: 29-Mar-2023
  • Source: The National
  • Sector:Healthcare
  • Country:UAE
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UAE President launches National Genome Strategy to prioritise Emirati health care – The National

The UAE's leaders have launched a national strategy to map the DNA of every Emirati as the country looks to provide personalised medical care for every citizen.

President Sheikh Mohamed and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, were present as the National Genome Strategy was unveiled.

More than 400,000 citizens have already submitted blood samples and DNA cheek swabs, giving scientists an insight into the health of the nation.