Parents in Dubai report shortage of flu vaccine

If you have been struggling to get the seasonal flu shots for your child, you are not alone.

Many parents have been reporting a shortage of the vaccine in Dubai.

Mark, the father of a nine-year-old, shared his experience with us.

Liam is another parent who has been facing issues in getting his child immunised.

ARN News got in touch with several medical facilities in the emirate, with all confirming they had either run out of the vaccine or had limited stock.

We have also approached the Ministry of Health and Prevention for a comment.

Meanwhile, some hospitals have been managing supplies by placing orders for the vaccine well in advance.

Dr. Mariam Ghufran, Specialist in Family Medicine and Head of Department at Burjeel Hospital, Abu Dhabi told ARN News that they have reported a busy flu season so far.

Dr. Ghufran also explains why it’s important to get vaccinated.