Dubai allays residents’ concerns regarding COVID-19 vaccination

Dubai allays residents’ concerns regarding COVID-19 vaccination

Dr Farida Al Khaja.





Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

Dubai Health Authority (DHA) held a question-answer session on Twitter about the facts regarding COVID-19 vaccination.  The DHA said, "As part of our #AskDXBDoctor initiative, at 8:30pm we're posting the answers to your questions on the COVID-19 vaccine in Dubai, with Dr Farida Al Khaja, CEO of Clinical Support Services and Nursing Sector, Chairperson of the Covid-19 Vaccination Steering Committee at DHA“¦“

Dr Farida answered following questions:

1. Can I travel after getting vaccinated?

Yes, you can travel after getting vaccine, however, you should make sure that you are available for second dose, which is 21 days after the first

2. Is it safe to have more than one type COVID vaccine?

It is not safe to take different vaccines for the same disease as per the scientific studies that are available.

3. Is vaccination compulsory and what are the procedures for getting the vaccine in DHA?

Vaccine is free of charge, its not compulsory. And is optional. People can book for the vaccination through the DHA app on their smartphones or they can call 800342, the call centre of the DHA. After answering certainquestions they can get eligibility for registration for