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Pandemics and disease outbreaks

If anyone is in danger, call for help first. UAE numbers:

What to do now

• Follow local health authority guidance and check regularly for vaccine and testing updates.
• Wash hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol based hand rub.
• Keep your distance from people outside your household and avoid crowded indoor spaces.
• Wear a well fitting mask indoors or when you cannot keep your distance.
• Cough or sneeze into a bent elbow or tissue, bin the tissue, then clean hands.
• Open windows to bring fresh air indoors.
• Stay home when sick except to get medical care, and clean high touch surfaces.
• Share only accurate information and stay in touch with others to manage stress.

Full guide and sources

UAE numbers source: u.ae. Steps summarised from official sources listed on the full guide.