Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has announced that a vaccination drive has started for front line workers as well as for employees in the government sector.
The first phase of vaccinations will be provided to the priority groups, namely front liners and government employees that are exposed to the virus, people over 60 years, people of determination and people with chronic diseases.
The process for front liners in the private healthcare sector will also begin shortly.
Dr. Farida Al Khaja, CEO of Clinical Support Services and Nursing Sector at the DHA and Chairperson of the COVID-19 Vaccination Steering Committee said, "In the first phase, Emiratis, as well as residents above the age of 60 years, people of determination, people with chronic diseases, front liners in the public and private sector and people in occupations with the highest COVID-19 risk, are eligible. In the next phase, other segments of society will be eligible."
About the vaccine, Dr. Farida Al Khaja said, "Vaccination comprises of two doses, taken separately. The gap between the two doses is 21 days. The vaccine is given in the muscle of the upper arm. For the vaccine to be effective, it is necessary to adhere to the appointment of the second dose as per the stipulated time."