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Ensuring your child is protected from preventable diseases is a top priority for every parent. At HealthHub Clinics in Dubai, our Comprehensive Immunization Program offers a full, age-appropriate vaccination plan for infants, toddlers, and young children. We follow the UAE’s national immunization schedule, covering everything from newborn vaccines to school-age booster shots. We also provide additional recommended vaccines, including seasonal flu and travel-related vaccines, to help keep your child safe. All vaccinations are delivered in a patient-friendly, caring environment.
Our expert paediatricians help with scheduling, follow-ups, and answering any questions or concerns you may have.
Benefits and Safety of Childhood Vaccines
How Vaccines Protect Your Child
Vaccinating your child is one of the most effective ways to protect their health. Vaccines prevent serious illnesses like polio, measles, and whooping cough—diseases that are now extremely rare in the UAE thanks to widespread immunization. By keeping up with the schedule, you protect your child and help build herd immunity, reducing the spread of disease in the community.
Vaccine Safety: What You Need to Know
Vaccines are safe. At HealthHub Clinics, we only use approved vaccines from trusted manufacturers. Your child may experience mild side effects such as a low-grade fever or slight soreness at the injection site—both are normal and temporary.
Our paediatricians will guide you through what to expect and how to care for your child afterward. This may include:
Applying a cool compress to the injection site
Giving child-safe fever medication, if recommended
The benefits of vaccines far outweigh the small risks. Skipping them leaves your child vulnerable to dangerous—but preventable—diseases.
Childhood Immunization Schedule in Dubai
The UAE has a clearly defined national immunization schedule. HealthHub follows this guideline, ensuring your child receives all necessary vaccines from birth through school age.
Birth
Hepatitis B (1st dose)
Given at the hospital after delivery. You’ll receive a child vaccination card to track all future doses.
2 Months (begins their primary vaccine series)
6-in-1 Vaccine that protects against six serious diseases: (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Polio, Hib, Hepatitis B)
Rotavirus (1st dose) (protects against a virus that causes severe diarrhea in babies).
4 Months
6-in-1 Vaccine (2nd dose)
Rotavirus (2nd dose)
6 Months
6-in-1 Vaccine (3rd dose)
Rotavirus (3rd dose) (Some rotavirus vaccine brands also have a third dose at 6 months – your paediatrician will ensure your baby completes the recommended series.)
Flu vaccine can start from this age (and is recommended annually)
12 Months baby’s first birthday
MMR (Protects against Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
Varicella (Protects against Chickenpox)
- These vaccines help shield your toddler as they become more active and social.
15–18 Months
DTaP Booster (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis)
Polio Booster
Hib Booster (many times this is combined with the DTaP/IPV shot)
MMR (2nd dose)
Hepatitis A (2nd dose), if first was given at 12 months This visit may also be an opportunity to give the Hepatitis A vaccine if recommended (Hepatitis A is not mandatory in the UAE schedule, but is often advised for added protection)
4–6 Years (School Entry)
DTaP + Polio Booster
Varicella (2nd dose) These are often required before school enrollment.
- After this round, your child will have completed most of their early childhood vaccinations.
Pre-Adolescence 11–13 Years
HPV Vaccine (2 or 3 doses over 6 months)
Rubella Booster (In the UAE, girls around Grade 9 (approximately 13–14 years old) receive a rubella vaccine booster to ensure they are immune to rubella before reaching childbearing age, as rubella during pregnancy can be dangerous for the unborn baby)
Many health experts also recommend HPV vaccination for boys of this age group to protect against other HPV-related diseases – you can discuss this with your paediatrician if interested.
Teen Boosters 15–16 Years
Tdap Booster (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
Polio Booster
Optional: Meningococcal Vaccine (this vaccine guards against certain types of meningitis and is often recommended if attending overseas universities or for added precaution.)
- This teen booster ensures continued protection through the high school years and beyond.
Additional Recommended Vaccines
In addition to the required schedule, we offer extra vaccines based on your child’s needs or travel plans.
Seasonal Flu Vaccine
Recommended annually for children over 6 months. Especially important for children with asthma or chronic conditions. The flu shot reduces the risk of severe illness during the winter season.
Hepatitis A Vaccine
Hepatitis A spreads through contaminated food or water. While not required in the UAE, this vaccine is strongly advised—especially for:
Travel to high-risk countries
Children in group settings (nurseries, schools)
It’s given in two doses, starting at 1 year.
Meningococcal Vaccine (MenACWY)
Meningococcal disease can lead to life-threatening meningitis. In Dubai, this vaccine is recommended for:
Children aged 9 months and above
Teenagers aged 11–13, with a booster later
Your paediatrician will guide you based on age, health status, and travel plans.
COVID-19 Vaccine
Approved for children 5 years and older in the UAE, based on current guidelines. It reduces the risk of serious illness from COVID-19. Our team will advise on eligibility and timing.
International Travel Vaccines
Planning a trip?
Some destinations require or recommend extra vaccines. Examples include:
- Typhoid (usually for children 2+ in parts of Asia or Africa)
Japanese Encephalitis (for longer stays in rural Asia)
We recommend visiting us 4–6 weeks before travel to plan accordingly.
Scheduling and Follow-Up Guidance for Comprehensive Immunization Program
Staying on schedule with vaccinations is key to keeping your child protected. At HealthHub Clinics, we make the process of immunization convenient and well-organized for parents:
- Personalized Vaccine Schedule: From your very first paediatric appointment, we will map out your child’s vaccination timeline according to their age. You’ll receive a vaccination card or schedule chart to track each vaccine. Our team clearly explains which vaccines are due now and what’s coming next, so you’re always prepared.
- Easy Booking & Reminders: We offer easy booking for vaccine appointments – you can schedule through our website, mobile app, or by calling our clinic.
- During the visit, we’ll check your child’s health. If your child has a mild cold or sniffles, vaccination can usually go ahead safely. However, our doctor will advise if it needs to be postponed.
- After-Care and Follow-Up: After each vaccination, we recommend waiting for a short observation period (about 10-15 minutes) in the clinic, just to be sure there are no immediate reactions.
- Tracking and Next Doses: Before you leave each appointment, we’ll update your child’s vaccination record and schedule the next visit if one is due.
- Paediatrician Consultations: Our Comprehensive Immunization Program goes hand-in-hand with regular paediatric checkups.
Why Choose HealthHub Clinics?
- Extensive Experience
- Advanced Facilities
- Affordable premium services
- Trusted Al-Futtaim brand
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are vaccines really necessary if diseases are no longer common?
Yes, absolutely. The reason diseases like polio, measles, and diphtheria have become uncommon is precisely because of high vaccination rates. If we stop immunizing, these illnesses could resurge and cause outbreaks. Vaccines keep these dangerous diseases under control. Even if a disease isn’t common in Dubai, travel and globalization mean it could be brought in from elsewhere – vaccination is the best defense. In short, vaccinating your child now protects them both today and in the future from illnesses that could still reappear.
How safe are the vaccines for my baby?
Vaccines given to children are extremely safe. They undergo extensive testing in clinical trials and are continuously monitored by health authorities. Your baby might have minor side effects like fussiness, a mild fever, or a sore spot on their leg where the shot was given – this is normal and goes away quickly. Serious reactions are exceptionally rare. We understand parents can feel anxious about anything involving their baby, so our team takes extra care to use the correct dose, proper technique, and we observe your baby after the shot. Rest assured that the vaccines we administer are approved and recommended by global and UAE health organizations, and we only proceed if your child is healthy at the visit. The benefit (protecting your baby from severe diseases) is far greater than the very small chance of a serious side effect. If you have specific safety questions about any vaccine, our paediatricians are happy to discuss them with you in detail.
Can too many vaccines overwhelm my child’s immune system?
No – a child’s immune system is stronger than you might think, and it handles multiple vaccines just fine. Every day, babies and children are exposed to countless germs in their environment, and their immune system efficiently manages all of these. The number of antigens (tiny components that stimulate immunity) in vaccines is actually very small compared to what kids encounter naturally. Scientific studies have shown that receiving several vaccines at once does not weaken or overload the immune system.
What if my child is sick on the day of the vaccination appointment?
It depends on how sick they are. Minor illnesses like a common cold, mild fever, or slight cough usually are notreasons to delay a vaccine – your child can still get vaccinated safely. However, if your child has a higher fever (e.g. above 38.5°C), is very uncomfortable, or has a more serious illness, the paediatrician might recommend postponing the shot until they recover. This is just to ensure we don’t confuse any symptoms of the illness with a vaccine reaction, and so your child is feeling their best when getting immunized. If you’re unsure, you can always call us before the appointment. Our doctor will advise you based on your child’s symptoms. In any case, if we do need to reschedule, we’ll set a new date as soon as possible so your child stays on track. There’s no harm in a slight delay for a valid reason – just don’t forget to come back once they’re well! We’ll make sure to accommodate you quickly once your little one is healthy again.
What should I do if my child missed a vaccine dose?
Don’t panic – we can catch up. If for any reason a scheduled vaccine was missed (maybe due to travel, a move, or an illness), the important thing is to get the dose as soon as you can. You do not need to start the whole series over. We will continue from where it left off. For example, if the 6-month vaccines were skipped, we can give those at 7 or 8 months and then adjust the timing of subsequent doses.
Do vaccines have any long-term side effects?
Vaccines have been in use for many decades, and extensive research shows no long-term health problems associated with childhood vaccinations. Some myths suggest vaccines could cause conditions like autism or other developmental issues – these claims have been thoroughly debunked by scientific studies. There is no evidence linking vaccines to autism or learning problems. The components of vaccines (like weakened germs or pieces of germs) are cleared from the body within days, leaving behind only the immune “memory” that helps fight real infections in the future. They don’t linger to cause chronic issues. The most common timing for side effects is within a day or two of the shot (as mentioned, mild fever or soreness). There are rare instances of allergic reactions, but those happen immediately if at all, and our team is prepared to handle them on the spot. Beyond that, vaccines do not cause long-term illnesses. What they do provide long-term is protection – some vaccines give immunity that lasts for many years, sometimes for life. Overall, you can be confident that following the recommended vaccine schedule will not harm your child’s development; instead, it will help ensure they stay healthy to reach all their developmental milestones.