Vaccination is one of the most effective ways to protect children from serious infectious diseases. In the UAE, both government and private medical facilities strictly follow the National Immunization Schedule established by the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP), aligned with WHO recommendations.
Timely vaccination helps protect children from:

• pertussis, diphtheria, tetanus
• poliomyelitis
• measles, mumps, rubella
• hepatitis B
• pneumococcal and rotavirus infections
• meningitis
• chickenpox

How the UAE Vaccination Schedule Works

The national schedule covers children from birth to adolescence and includes the following key stages:

0–12 months

Within the first 24 hours:

• Hepatitis B (HepB)
• BCG (tuberculosis)

At 2, 4, and 6 months:

• DTaP/Tdap (diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus)
• IPV (inactivated polio vaccine)
• Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type B)
• PCV (pneumococcal vaccine)
• Rotavirus vaccine

Vaccination during the first year of life forms strong protection against life-threatening infections. Diseases such as pertussis, diphtheria, tetanus, and Hib can cause severe complications; poliomyelitis leads to irreversible paralysis; hepatitis B may progress to chronic liver disease.

At Kind Care Medical Center, we use modern 5- and 6-valent combination vaccines, which merge several components into a single injection. This reduces the number of shots, minimizes stress and post-vaccination reactions, and improves comfort — without compromising protection.

At 12 months:

• MMR (measles, mumps, rubella)
• Varicella (chickenpox)

1–6 years

At 18 months: booster doses of DTaP and Hib
At 4–6 years: booster DTaP, IPV, and MMR

6–12 years

• Hepatitis A vaccine (when indicated)
• DTaP boosters for school-aged children

Adolescents (11–16 years)

• HPV vaccine (prevents cervical cancer and HPV-related diseases)
• Meningococcal vaccine (if not given earlier)

Where Vaccinations Are Available in the UAE

Parents can vaccinate their children:

• at government MOHAP clinics,
• at private pediatric centers such as Kind Care Medical Center,
• during school-based vaccination programs.

All vaccines administered in the UAE are recorded in the child’s electronic health card. Doctors can access this information through the NABIDH system, ensuring accurate tracking and compliance with the schedule.

Practical Tips for Parents

1. Follow the schedule carefully — delays increase the risk of infections.
2. Keep a digital copy of your child’s vaccination record for travel and school requirements.
3. Consult your pediatrician if your child has allergies or chronic conditions.

Conclusion

Timely vaccination is one of the strongest foundations for a child’s long-term health. Parents in the UAE can be confident in the safety and effectiveness of the national immunization program.

At Kind Care Medical Center, we help families:

• understand the vaccination schedule,
• develop a personalized immunization plan,
• track mandatory and optional vaccines.

We work in collaboration with DHA, combining care with advanced medical standards. The vaccines we use are manufactured in the USA (Pfizer, Merck, Abbott), the UK (GSK), Switzerland, and France (Sanofi Pasteur).

 Contact Kind Care Medical Center to ensure your child is protected and healthy.