These vaccines are to prevent types of infections caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria (known as a pneumococcal disease), such as life-threatening diseases like meningitis (inflammation around the brain), sepsis or bacteremia (bacteria in the bloodstream), and pneumonia (lung infection). Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria can also cause less severe but more common non-invasive respiratory tract diseases, including...
Sinusitis: Frequently Asked Questions
Sinusitis: Frequently Asked Questions Sinusitis Q&A by: Dr. Mustafa Kapadia, a Specialist Otolaryngologist (ENT Surgeon) Sinusitis: Is it contagious? A virus doesn’t always cause sinus infections. Sometimes bacteria or fungus could be the culprit. Suppose a virus causes it, then yes. In that case, it is contagious, and you can transmit the infection to the other...
Flu (seasonal influenza) Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions:
Q1. Where to get the flu vaccine in Dubai? In Dubai, JTS Medical Centre has influenza vaccination available for Dh99 in their multispeciality clinic near Jumeirah Grand Mosque, Jumeirah1. Flu vaccination service is available from morning 8:30 am to evening 8:30 pm Saturday to Thursday and 9 am to 5:30 pm on Friday. Q2. What Viruses will the flu vaccine 2020-2021 protect against?...