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COVID jabs for pregnant women in Dubai

Tuesday, 29 June 2021 19:21

By Sanooj Sherif

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The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has started vaccinating pregnant women against COVID-19.

All DHA vaccination centres across the emirate have started providing the jabs.

It's mandatory to pre-register and book an appointment through the DHA’s smart application or DHA WhatsApp (800342).

The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine will be administered in two doses, and it is recommended to take the jab after the first 13 weeks of pregnancy.

"DHA has reserved the required doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine necessary to vaccinate pregnant women residing in the emirate," said Dr. Muna Tahlak, CEO of Latifa Hospital for Women and Children.

"Before taking the vaccine, pregnant women, especially those with underlying health conditions, should consult with a specialist doctor who has been monitoring their pregnancy," added Dr. Tahlak.

The #Dubai Health Authority announces that it has started vaccinating pregnant women against COVID-19. Pre-registering and booking an appointment through DHA’s smart application or DHA WhatsApp on 800342 is necessary to receive the vaccination.https://t.co/LeOXhi0A1R pic.twitter.com/djvluPNCLb
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) June 29, 2021

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