Dubai: The fleet of 300 bikes is new. The livery is new. And their motto – safe, fast and timely delivery. This is the Gulf News print distribution team, equipped and ready, post vaccination against COVID-19 to serve each and every subscriber with dedication and sincerity.
Abdul Hamid Ahmad, CEO, Editor-in-Chief and Executive Director Publications, Gulf News, said: “Speed to market is of essence when it comes to business. And we do emphasise that but to us, as an organisation, the safety of our people is paramount. Our people are our wealth. The Gulf News distribution team of 300 members, all riding Bajaj Avenger 220cc, are sporting new blue T-shirts, and transporting the newspapers in new branded bags, which are environmentally friendly.
Dubai: Guru Nanak Darbar Gurudwara in Dubai has partnered with Tamouh Health Care LLC, to provide on-site Sinopharm vaccination for residents of the UAE free of charge, the management of the Sikh temple said on Wednesday.
In a press release, the management said the vaccination campaign would be held from 10 am to 6pm on February 6,7 and 8 in the premises of the Gurudwara in Jebel Ali.
The following numbers can be contacted via WhatsApp for appointments: 0506295702, 0566445961
Those with booked appointments are mandatorily required to carry the original and a photocopy of their Emirates ID for registration purpose. While visiting Gurdwara, it is compulsory to wear mask, gloves and maintain social distancing, the release added.
Dubai: People working with mass media outlets may not be medical workers, but they too have to work on the frontlines in the fight against COVID-19. That is why getting this section of the society vaccinated is also crucial in the battle against the dreaded virus.
On Wednesday, at least 195
Gulf News employees editors, reporters, photographers, marketing and sales executives, human resources and circulation staff, print technicians and newsboys all rolled up their sleeves and took their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Medical staff from MediQ Healthcare LLC (a subsidiary of Tamouh Healthcare LLC), came to the
Gulf News headquarters to administer the vaccine. The vaccination was free and voluntary. Four stations, manned by skilled nurses, were set up for the inoculation while two other staff members took down employees’ information. A couple of more nurses were assigned to make a note of the vital parameters while other staff members provided details of the vaccine.
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The effort is part of a commitment to prioritise staff wellbeing and safeguard public health.
More than 1,200 staff and family members signed up for the scheme, with 150 people receiving the inoculation every hour.
Kieran Scott, executive director, Nakheel Human Resources, said: “The health, safety and wellbeing of our workforce is always our priority.
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“Our Covid-19 vaccination drive was open to all staff and their relatives, highlighting our commitment to putting employees first, and to supporting the tireless efforts of the UAE government in rolling out the vaccine across the country.”
Nakheel - which is the master developer of the Palm Jumeirah and other mega projects in Dubai - partnered with Tamouh Healthcare for the event, with 14 medical staff administering the Sinopharm vaccine.