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    COVID-19: Here is how you can apply for a face mask exemption permit in Dubai

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    COVID-19: Here is how you can apply for a face mask exemption permit in Dubai

    People with severe health conditions and people of determination offered relaxation


    Published:  November 10, 2020 13:19 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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    Do you suffer from medical problems that can be aggravated by wearing face masks? Dubai’s authorities have announced relaxations on the rule for wearing face masks for people under certain categories.
    People in certain categories have been provided relaxations from wearing a face mask. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and Dubai Police announced that residents with certain medical conditions can now apply for permits for exemption from wearing face masks.
    The announcement was made by Dubai's health and police authorities. Image Credit: Stock image
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    The following categories of people are eligible for a mask exemption: •	Those suffering from fungal dermatitis, especially if they have severe symptoms in the face like bleeding, itching and scaly skin.
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    • Those allergic to any component of a mask (allergic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, contact urticaria). •	Individuals with severe herpes simplex infection that affects the mouth, nose or face.
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    •	Individuals with acute and uncontrolled chronic sinusitis.  •	Patients with uncontrolled asthma. •	People of Determination who have mental and psychological conditions.
    The relaxation has been offered to people of determination as well as those with severe medical conditions. Image Credit: Gulf News
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    1.	Log on to www.dxbpermit.gov.ae. 2.	Click on ‘Category’. Here you can select the reason for applying for an exemption - a medical condition, or if you are a person of determination.
    How can I apply? Image Credit: Screenshot/Gulf News
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    3.	People of determination, who are dealing with an intellectual, psychological or emotional challenge can select the options available and then provide details of their medical condition.
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    4. You would then be directed to a form, where you need to enter your full name, Emirates ID number, medical reports and any other key documents relevant to your request.
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    DHA’s General Medical Committee Office will evaluate the applications and accompanying medical documents against certain criteria and conditions.
    The applications will be evaluated by a committee. Image Credit: Stock image
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    The application will be processed within five days.  The validity of the exemption granted to an applicant will depend on his or her health condition.
    The exemptions will be provided after each case has been evaluated. Image Credit: Stock image
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    The DHA stressed that the decision to provide exemptions to certain categories of people is part of its objective of ensuring the safety and well-being of the public.
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    While wearing masks is not mandatory for people with exemptions, the Authority encouraged them to wear a face mask in public places as far as possible to protect themselves and others from the risk of infection.
    Despite the option to apply for an exemption, authorities urged people to wear masks as far as possible. Image Credit: Stock image
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