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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. — Who is eligible? Image Credit: Stock image

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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. — Image Credit: Stock image

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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. — Image Credit: Screenshot/Gulf News

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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. — Image Credit: Screenshot/Gulf News

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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. — Image Credit: Stock image

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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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