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Pfizer, Moderna and AstraZeneca vaccines: Whats the difference?

As several countries around the world roll out their inoculation programmes, questions about the different brands of vaccines have surfaced. Here is all you need to know about the Pfizer,…

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Quarantine policy for children of vaccinated parents ‘under review’

Ministry officials said a decision regarding quarantine policies for children of vaccinated parents will be publicised soon. The Ministry of Public Health is reviewing quarantining procedures for children who are…

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Spike in quarantine demands following updated travel policy: Qatar Airways

The national carrier said the team is working relentlessly to ensure the continued safety of the community. Around 310,000 people have completed their quarantine in 65 hotels to date, Qatar…

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Schools prepare for exam season with stricter Covid-19 measures

The Ministry of Education and Higher Education will ensure that schools adhere to precautionary measures as exam season begins. With midterm exams for students from grades 1 to 11 starting…

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Moderna vaccine in Qatar: Here’s all you need to know

Almost two weeks ago, Doha authorised the vaccine for emergency use amid a surge in community cases. Qatar’s Primary Health Care Corporation [PHCC] will begin administering the Moderna Covid-19 vaccine…

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Qatar Cancer Society marks World Cancer Day 2021

Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) marks World Cancer Day, under the theme ‘I Am and I Will’ which aims to promote cancer awareness with a focus on cancer prevention, detection, and…

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Deaf people ‘left out’ of mandatory COVID-19 masks conversation

As the world continues to battle the novel coronavirus, face masks have become an essential accessory. But what does this mean for those who depend on lip reading to communicate?…

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Myths vs facts: Your biggest vaccine worries extinguished

With the global spread of the COVID-19 virus came the mass diffusion of misinformation and conspiracy theories about its origin, its spread, its prevention and most recently, the COVID-19 vaccines. …

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Sidra Medicine launches women’s aesthetic clinic

Sidra Medicine appoints international experienced surgeons to operate in the newly-launched Women’s Aesthetic Surgery and Medicine clinic. Sidra Medicine announced on Saturday a recent upgrade offering women exclusive services with…

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