The country’s digital government stated that there are several channels that help individuals act in cases of facing any medical emergency, as it explained that the ambulance service can be called at 998 (from anywhere in the UAE), and in the event of a medical emergency and the need to admit the patient to health care facilities. In Abu Dhabi, the Istijaba service provided by the Department of Health Abu Dhabi can be contacted on the toll-free number 8001717.
You can also call the free ambulance number 998 from anywhere in the UAE and follow the instructions. If necessary, an air ambulance can be sent to the injured person. Until the ambulance arrives, you can try to provide assistance to the injured person and follow first aid instructions in emergency situations.
She stated that medical facilities can be searched through the websites of each of the following entities: the Ministry of Health and Community Protection, Abu Dhabi Health Services Company – SEHA, Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Ajman Government, Umm Al Quwain Government, and Fujairah Government.
She explained that when a death occurs, the family of the deceased must register the incident and obtain a death certificate, noting that detailed information on the procedures that must be followed is available on the UAE government portal.
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