Sinopharm booster now available for walk-ins in Abu Dhabi

Saturday, 29 May 2021 17:44

By ARN News Staff

The Department of Health-Abu Dhabi announced on Saturday that it is offering a free Sinopharm booster dose to those who received their second dose at least six months ago.

The injection is available on a walk-in basis at any of over 100 vaccination centres across the emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Previously, the booster was to be booked by appointment only and was being rolled out on a priority basis for senior citizens and people with chronic diseases.

To find your nearest vaccination centre, visit doh.gov.ae.

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