DUBAI: H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management, has urged members of the community to take the COVID-19 vaccine.

His call came following his visit to dedicated vaccination facilities set up at healthcare centers across Dubai.

“The growing demand for the COVID-19 vaccine reflects the success of Dubai’s and the UAE’s campaign against the global pandemic,” Sheikh Mansoor said in a press statement released by the Dubai Media Office.

. @SheikhMansoor bin Mohammed visits COVID-19 vaccination centres in #Dubai, urges community members to get vaccinated. https://t.co/q7ExlU6JNJ pic.twitter.com/ttCbVMBarA

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) January 17, 2021

Sheikh Mansoor also praised the concerted efforts of all stakeholders and personnel at the local and federal levels, particularly frontline workers, in curbing the spread of the virus.

“To consolidate the progress that has been achieved, we call on everyone to continue stringently adhering to precautionary measures. The community’s commitment is vital in ensuring a full restoration of normalcy,” he said.

During his visit, Sheikh Mansoor was accompanied by Lt. Gen. Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police.

So far, there are a total of 120 vaccination centers that have been set up across the emirate where COVID-19 vaccines are being provided free of cost to both residents and citizens.