Dubai announces 8 centres for Pfizer booster jab

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The Dubai Health Authority have allocated eight centres across the city to provide the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine and booster jab.

The centres are spread out in locations including Garhoud, Karama, Za'abeel, Barsha, Nad al Hamar, Al Warqa and Al Mizhar.

Appointments must be booked via the DHA app or call centre (800342).

Most UAE nationals and Dubai residence visa holders, who are 18 years and above, are eligible for the booster after six months from the second COVID jab.

Here's the full list:

  1. One Central COVID-19 Vaccination Centre (until December 16)
  2. Al Garhoud Medical Fitness Centre
  3. Al Karama Medical Fitness Centre
  4. Za'abeel Health Centre
  5. Al Mizhar Health Centre
  6. Al Barsha Health Centre
  7. Nad Al Hamar Health Centre
  8. Albiet Metwahid Hall, Al Warqa

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