More centres offer Sinopharm jab for children

More vaccination centres across the UAE will now offer the Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 3 and above.

Taking to their official Twitter handle, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) released a list of 46 centres across Sharjah, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain and Dubai.

Children aged between 12 and 15 will also have the option of taking the Pfizer jab.

Meanwhile, SEHA clarified that children in the 3-15 age group can get the Sinopharm jab at their Dubai Parks and Resorts centre, and several others across the UAE. 

For a healthy educational environment for everyone, COVID-19 vaccine is available for students & academic staff in all the emirates.
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The UAE approved Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine for children after conducting an extensive clinical study.