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UAE: When will I get my COVID-19 vaccine shot in Dubai?

Dubai Health Authority addresses common questions related to the vaccination programme

Published: January 21, 2021 11:55 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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The UAE kicked off its national vaccination programme in December 2020, with health authorities providing free vaccines to citizens and residents. — Hundreds of vaccine centres have opened up across the UAE, catering to citizens and residents. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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In Dubai, in the first and ongoing phase of the vaccine, the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) announced that certain categories are being prioritised. But when will everyone be eligible to receive the vaccine? — There are some categories that are not eligible to take the jab. Read more here: gulfnews.com/1.1609750426333 Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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Dr Farida Al Khaja, chairperson of COVID-19 steering committee Dubai Health Authority, responded to some of the most common questions related to getting the vaccine from a DHA centre. — Read more responses to commonly asked questions on the COVID-19 vaccine here: gulfnews.com/1.1609078116419 Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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Speaking about when everyone will be eligible to get the vaccine, she said: “We are in the first phase of the vaccination which is supposed to end by March 2021, by covering all the priority categories, which was determined … — The video was shared on DHA's social media channels Image Credit: Screenshot/Dubai Health Authority

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“… The second phase is supposed to start in April 2021. However, if we could finish the first phase before March, we will definitely open the vaccine before April to everyone who are the locals and residents in Dubai.” — Dubai announced a list of 120 locations where vaccines would be made available. More here: gulfnews.com/1.1610981887426 Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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Answering other questions posed by people, Dr Farida urged everyone to continue wearing a mask, whether they are vaccinated or not, and follow all the restrictions and measures set by the government. — "When can I stop wearing a mask?" - This was one of the FAQs addressed by DHA. Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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She added: “The vaccine is free of charge. It is not compulsory, it is optional. People can book for the vaccination through the DHA app on their smartphones or call 800 342 the DHA call centre … — How to book an appointment with DHA - gulfnews.com/1.1608740878537 Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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“… and through answering certain questions they can get the eligibility for registration for the vaccine.” — Read more about who is eligible to get the vaccine here: gulfnews.com/1.1608740878537 Image Credit: AFP

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In the first phase of the vaccination campaign, Dubai is focusing on individuals most likely to develop complications of the disease. — Who is included in the first phase of the vaccination drive? Image Credit: Pexels

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• Senior citizens and residents over 60 years • People with chronic diseases (diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, liver and kidney diseases, hypertension, etc.) • People of determination — Image Credit: Virendra Saklani/Gulf News

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