Jabs to pave way for onsite classes in universities

  • Date: 10-Jan-2021
  • Source: Khaleej Times
  • Sector:Healthcare
  • Country:UAE
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Jabs to pave way for onsite classes in universities

The higher education sector is apparently coming back to its feet with the availability of Covid vaccines in the country, said top university professors in the UAE.

Many people maintained that the education community should also be at the forefront of receiving vaccines, due to the ongoing dilemma over online learning versus onsite classes.

Earlier, Dubai announced the free rollout of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine against Covid-19, while China's Sinopharm vaccine, which has been available since the past 25 days now, is being offered to masses across many hospitals and medical centres in the country.

As a first step and to lead by example, a few university faculties have already taken the jab and are creating awareness drives among their staff and students to advocate the use of Covid-19 vaccines.

Dr Vajahat Hussain, CEO, Amity Education Middle East, pointed out: “As frontline workers, professors are exposed on a daily basis, although all safety measures are followed.”

He added: “The vaccine provides a layer of security and confidence. We are encouraging everyone to voluntarily get the vaccine. Internal awareness communications about vaccination options, locations, appointments and more have been shared with staff. Easy availability and access