Healthcare facilities and pharmacies in Dubai have been instructed to stop using or selling COVID-19 rapid testing kits.
In a circular, the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) says the method has yet to be proven to work and is not a reliable way to diagnose the disease.
The rapid laboratory screening kits are used to detect blood antibodies in the virus.
The DHA says it’s testing the effectiveness of such devices, and warns that violators will face legal action.
UAE air defences respond to fresh missile threats on Monday
The United Arab Emirates air defences are responding to missile and drone threats, according to statements from the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) on Monday morning.
Abu Dhabi responds to missile debris incident
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have responded to an incident involving falling debris in the Al Shawamekh area, following the successful interception of a ballistic missile by air defence systems.
UAE responds to missile and drone threats
Authorities are urging the public to stay in a safe location as UAE defence systems respond to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran.
Dubai issues safety guidelines for unsettled weather
Authorities in Dubai have issued safety guidelines as unstable weather is forecast across the emirate from Monday, March 23 through Friday, March 27.
