There are no particular health risks for residents. No inoculations are needed to travel within United Arab Emirates. During the summer months drinking plenty of water, eating salty foods, and using sun-block are suggested.
Hospital Emergency Numbers
American Hospital: +971 4 336-7777 (www.ahdubai.com)
Rashid Hospital: +971 4 337-4000 (www.dohms.gov.ae)
Welcare Hospital: +971 4 282-7788 (www.welcarehospital.com)
Al Amal Hospital: +971 4-344-4010
Al Dowall Private Hospital: +971 4 221-2484
Al Maktoum Hospital: +971 4 222-1211
Al Wasl Hospital: +971 4 324-1111
Belhoul Intern Hospital Center: +971 4 345-4000
Iranian Hospital New Dubai Hospital: +971 4 344-0250
New Dubai Hospital: +971 4 271-4444
Centers and Clinics
Al Borj Medical Centre: +971 4 345-4666
Al Zahra Private Medical Centre: +971 4 331-5000
Dubai London Clinic: +971 4 344-6663
Dr. Akel's General Medical Clinic: +971 4 344-2773
Dr. M S Ahmadi Clinic: +971 4 344-5550
General Medical Centre: +971 4 349-5959
Jebel Ali Medical Centre: +971 4 881-4000
Manchester Clinic: +971 4 344-0300
New Medical Centre: +971 4 268-3131
Lifeline Medical Group: +971 4 396-3444
There is always a 24-hour pharmacy open in Dubai, as they rotate for 24 hour duty. Students can call +971 4 223-2323 for information on practicing pharmacies for that day/night.
Most pharmacies have regular opening hours from 08:30 to 13:30 and 16:30 to 22:30 Saturday to Thursday. On Fridays opening hours are from 16:30 to 22:30 and on Friday mornings, some may open from 09:00 to 13:00.
