Farida Al-Khaja: The vaccine is available to citizens and residents free of charge

Dubai Health Centers are witnessing an increasing demand for Pfizer

• The vaccination is given according to specific phases that the authority has started with priority groups.

  Emirates today

• A massive campaign of vaccination against the virus began with priority groups.

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The Executive Director of the Supportive Medical Services and Nursing Services at the Dubai Health Authority and Chair of the Steering Committee for the Vaccination of "Covid-19", Dr. Farida Al Khaja, confirmed that the "Pfizer - Biontech" vaccine is available to citizens and residents free of charge.

She told "Emirates Today": “The authority’s centers are witnessing an increasing demand for vaccination.

The vaccination is given according to specific phases initiated by the authority with priority groups, namely: citizens and elderly residents (over 60 years old), people with chronic diseases, people of determination, members of the first line of defense from all sides, and workers in vital professions that require direct confrontation with the dealers, then Desires from different segments of society, according to the approved local and international protocols in force.

Al-Khaja reviewed the most common questions and their responses as follows:

Can someone who was previously infected with "Covid-19" receive the vaccine?

■■ Yes, as long as more than three months have passed since the injury.

- In the case of taking another vaccination that is not related to "Covid-19" disease, such as the (influenza) vaccine, can a person get the "Covid-19" vaccine?

■■ Yes, it can, but more than four weeks must have passed.

- I previously took one of the types of "Covid-19" vaccination, is it safe to take the "Covid-19" vaccine?

■■ No, it is not safe to take different types of "Covid-19" vaccination.

- I may not be in Dubai to take the second dose of the vaccination. Can the appointment be changed to another day?

■■ We recommend that you adhere to the procedures and dates for vaccination, to ensure that you obtain the required level of immunity, and to make the most of the vaccine.

When is the second dose of vaccination?

■■ The second dose will be 21 days after the first dose.

Will people who received the "Covid-19" vaccination be exempt from examining "Covid-19" for the purposes of travel and before surgeries in Dubai?

■■ To date, there is no exemption, and everyone must follow the procedures and policies of "Covid-19" followed in the emirate.

Is it possible to dispense with wearing a muzzle after taking the "Covid-19" vaccination?

■■ You must adhere to wearing a muzzle and take all precautionary measures to prevent "Covid-19", according to the procedures followed in the emirate.

Is vaccination safe for people with chronic diseases?

■■ Vaccination is safe and effective, and it is recommended for people with chronic diseases, as they are among the most vulnerable groups to complications from "Covid-19".

The attending physician will inform the person when there is nothing to prevent him from getting vaccinated.

I am taking a group of medicines, is vaccination safe for me?

■■ The attending physician will determine this, after learning what medicines you are taking, and whether you have an allergy of any kind.

What is the cost of the Covid-19 vaccination?

■■ The vaccination is free.

Is the "Covid-19" vaccination optional or mandatory in Dubai?

■■ Vaccination is optional, and it can be obtained provided that there is nothing to prevent it after evaluating the attending physician.

7 steps to get a Pfizer vaccine in Dubai

The Dubai Health Authority developed an integrated plan to ensure the provision of the "Covid-19" vaccine to specific groups, as part of the first phase of the vaccination campaign, which began implementation before the end of last year.

Seven steps must be identified

Following them to ensure easy access to the vaccine, indicating that there is a protocol followed for taking the Pfizer-Biontech vaccine, which includes:

1- Register for an appointment to take the vaccination through the Dubai Health Authority “DHA” application, or the standard number 800342.

2- Receive a text message with directions and advice (if the criteria are met).

3- Ensure that you have read the acknowledgment form.

4- Checking the vital signs upon arrival at the vaccination center.

5- Taking the first dose of the vaccine.

6- Waiting for 20 minutes after receiving the vaccine, to be observed.

7- Receive an SMS with the vaccination certificate, and the date of the second dose, 15 minutes after the completion of the vaccination trip.

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