Those With 'Long Covid-19' Symptoms have Special Clinics in Dubai

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) announced opening special clinics in Dubai to assist patients who have long-term symptoms after recovering from COVID-19.

The clinic support patients who experience symptoms weeks or months after being cleared of the illness.

A comprehensive assessment with a medical specialist will be offered, as well diagnostic tests and treatments tailored to each patient’s specific post-COVID symptoms.

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They will offer medical intervention in specific areas such as pulmonology, cardiology, mental health or neurology.

Pregnant women and children under six years of age are not eligible for the services.

Patients can book an appointment through the DHA’s call centre (800 342) or they require a referral from a doctor at a DHA hospital or DHA primary health centre or a telemedicine referral from the DHA’s 'Doctor for Every Citizen' service.

The locations are at Al Barsha Health Centre on Tuesdays and Nad Al Hammar Health Centre on Thursdays.