Dubai starts giving Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccine

  DUBAI – The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) began providing Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccine to citizens and Dubai residents on Sunday (January 31). According to the DHA, the move is aimed at giving the public the chance to select the Covid-19 vaccines available in the UAE. Previously, Dubai residents were only offered the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine. On Sunday, the China-developed Sinopharm vaccine was provided to Emirati citizens and Dubai residents aged 60 and above. ALSO READ: Sinopharm vaccine better against Covid-19 variants? Experts explain The Sinopharm vaccine is available at Nad Al Hamr Health Centre, Al Twar Health Centre and Al Mankhool Health Centre, according to DHA. Dr. Farida Al Khaja, CEO of DHA’s Clinical Support Services and Nursing Sector and Chairperson of the Covid-19 Vaccination Steering Committee, said the first phase of the launch of the Sinopharm vaccine in Dubai is open to those who have already registered appointments for vaccination. Dr. Al Khaja added that the Sinopharm Covd-19 vaccine will be available to other segments of the population in future phases. The health authority reiterated the importance of continuing to adhere to precautionary measures and leading a healthy lifestyle even after taking the vaccine. ICA/Expat Media ALSO READ Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccine in UAE: Where to get it Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine in Dubai: Where to get it Getting vaccinated in Dubai? Get a free taxi ride
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