COVID-19 Vaccination

Latest vaccination information

JHAH now offers COVID-19 second booster vaccinations.

Second COVID-19 booster vaccination conditions

JHAH registered patients
50 years or older
At least eight months have passed since you received the first booster dose

Why do I need the COVID-19 second booster vaccine?

Vaccines offer great protection against severe illness. However, their effectiveness decreases over time. Getting your booster dose boosts your immunity and protects you from existing and new COVID-19 variants.

How do I book an appointment for the second booster dose of the vaccine?

If you meet the conditions to receive the second booster dose of the vaccine, you can call our call center at 800-305-4444 to book an appointment.

COVID-19 vaccination for children aged five years or older

COVID-19 vaccination is now available at Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare (JHAH) for eligible dependents aged five years or older.

How can I book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment for my eligible child?

You can book a COVID-19 vaccination appointment for your children using MyChart if you are registered for care at JHAH. You can also contact our call center at 800-305-4444 and book an appointment.

How can I prepare my child for the COVID-19 vaccination?

Make sure your child is ready to receive the vaccine before arriving for their appointment. Please ensure that a guardian accompanies them to their appointment. You can give your child paracetamol to lessen the side effects of the vaccine.

COVID-19 Pfizer booster vaccinations (first booster dose)

Aligned with the Ministry of Health (MOH), JHAH now offers COVID-19 Pfizer booster vaccinations (first booster dose).

Conditions to receive the Pfizer booster dose of the vaccine

Be a Saudi Aramco or JHAH employee or any of their eligible dependents, or a Saudi Aramco MDF patient, or a Saudi Aramco retiree
Be 16 years or older
At least three months have passed since you received the second dose

How to book an appointment for the Pfizer booster dose at JHAH

you can book your appointment using MyChart if you are registered for care at JHAH. You can also contact our call center at 800-305-4444 to book an appointment.

Where and when can I get vaccinated?

JHAH Vaccination Centers

We encourage you to schedule an appointment before attending to ensure swift service. You can book on MyChart at any time of the day, or call 800-305-4444 Sunday to Thursday, between 7 a.m. and 3:20 p.m.

Al-Hasa
Sunday to Saturday, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Directions

Abqaiq
Sunday to Thursday and Saturday, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Directions

Dhahran - Building 133
Sunday to Saturday, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Directions
Note: Take exit from Dhahran Boulevard directly to building 133. There will be no access to the Vaccination Center if you pass through the Al-Munirah gate.

Ras Tanura
Sunday to Thursday, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Directions

'Udhailiyah (children vaccination only)
Friday, January 28, and Saturday, January 29, 2022, 7 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Directions

Remote Area Clinics

COVID-19 Pfizer booster vaccinations are made available in the following remote area clinics until January 31, 2022

Tanajib
Sunday to Saturday, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Riyadh Refinery Clinic
Sunday to Saturday, 9a.m. – 9 p.m.

Yanbu Natural Gas Liquid
Sunday to Saturday, 9a.m. – 9 p.m.

Jazan Industrial Support Facility
Sunday to Saturday, 9a.m. – 9 p.m.

Haradh
Sunday to Saturday, 9a.m. – 9 p.m.

Khurais
Sunday to Saturday, 9a.m. – 9 p.m.

Shaybah
Sunday to Saturday, 9a.m. – 9 p.m.

Fadhli
Sunday to Saturday, 9a.m. – 9 p.m.

Vaccination at Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare

In accordance with the Ministry of Interior (MOI) and Ministry of Health (MOH) directions, new COVID-19 immunization requirements to access JHAH are in effect. Read more

How can I get vaccinated?

Prefer to book online or call? Get an appointment today

If you are registered for care at JHAH, you can book your vaccination appointment in MyChart. You can also call our contact center at 800-305-4444 and book a same day appointment.

JHAH offers the option of adjusting your second dose appointments for the Pfizer and AstraZeneca vaccinations to 21 days after receiving the first dose at JHAH.

Rescheduling vaccination appointment

If you need to reschedule your vaccination appointment, you can do this until 24 hours before your appointment by calling 800-305-4444 and following the prompts.

How should I prepare for my vaccination visit?

Vaccination Pre-appointment Guide

When to arrive

Please arrive at the JHAH COVID-19 Vaccination Center 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. Access to the facility will not be allowed before this time.

Appointment confirmation

To confirm your appointment time when you arrive, please be prepared to display your appointment slip, or SMS/MyChart appointment confirmation.
Bring your government ID or Iqama for identification purposes.
Be prepared to display your Tawakkalna health profile when you enter the JHAH COVID-19 Vaccination Center.

Who can come to the appointment?

To maintain a safe and uncrowded environment we request that you come to your appointment alone, however, if you need assistance you may have one companion.
Only individuals aged 18 years or above will be granted access to the JHAH COVID-19 Vaccination Center.

Can I reschedule my vaccination appointments?

If you need to cancel or reschedule your vaccination appointment, you can do this until 24 hours before your appointment by using MyChart or calling 800-305-4444

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What are the tips before getting vaccinated?

Advise the clinician if you have symptoms of COVID-19 or any other illness.
Inform the clinician about your medical history if you have a chronic disease, such as diabetes or asthma.
Advise the clinician if you are taking medication and/or if you have allergies to any known vaccines or medications.

After my vaccination

Vaccination certificate

JHAH registered beneficiaries will be able to access their COVID-19 vaccination record in MyChart.

If you receive your COVID-19 vaccination in a JHAH facility, the record of your vaccination will appear in the MOH National Vaccination Registry (SEHA) and you can request a print-out of your vaccination certificate from JHAH at the time of your second dose appointment, or subsequently by contacting the Medical Liaison Office.

According to the MOH, your vaccine status will be updated in Tawkkalna within 14 days of receiving the COVID-19 vaccination.

After Care Information

Most side effects are mild or moderate and go away within a few days.

Some people may experience some redness or swelling at the injection site.
To relieve mild side effects, such as headache, muscle or joint pain, or fever, take paracetamol.

If you have a reaction to the vaccine for more than three days, or one that prevents you from being able to sleep, or work, you should contact your primary care doctor, or call the Nurse Care Line at 800-305-4444 and follow the prompts. You can also call The Ministry of Health at 937 for more specific information on the COVID-19 vaccine.

Go to Emergency if you have signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, difficulty breathing, swelling of face and throat, fast heartbeat, or dizziness.

COVID-19 Vaccination FAQ

The current COVID-19 vaccine is the Pfizer-BionTech vaccine, different vaccines may be available in the future.

How is the vaccine given?

The Pfizer-BionTech vaccine is given by injection.

How many doses?

There are two doses of the Pfizer-BionTech vaccine, which are administered approximately 21 days apart.

Who will receive the vaccine and where?

The Ministry of Health (MOH) established a three-phase plan for citizens and residents of Saudi Arabia.

Three phases vaccine roll-out

The targeted group in the first phase:

Citizens and residents who are over the age of 65 and professionals who are most vulnerable to infection
People whose Body Mass Index (BMI) is over 40
Those who have an immune deficiency or are taking immunosuppressive drugs
Those with two or more of the following chronic diseases: asthma, diabetes, chronic kidney diseases, chronic heart disease, chronic pulmonary disease, and anyone with a history of stroke

The targeted group in the second phase:

Citizens and residents over 50 years old + other health practitioners
Those who have one of the following chronic diseases: asthma, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, chronic heart disease, chronic pulmonary disease, and active cancer
Those with a BMI between 30-40

The targeted group in the third phase:

For all citizens and residents who wish to take the vaccine to protect themselves and their families

Where can I receive a COVID-19 vaccine?

At this time the MOH is providing vaccinations in their facilities. JHAH and Saudi Aramco are collaborating with the MOH to enable vaccinations at JHAH sites.

Who should not receive a COVID-19 vaccine?

Pregnant and breastfeeding women are advised to consult with their obstetrician and pediatrician for guidance on the Pfizer-BionTech vaccine.

Why should I get vaccinated?

What are the benefits of getting a COVID-19 vaccine?

There is no way of knowing how COVID-19 will affect your body if you get it but we do know that it can cause serious illness and complications and in some cases lead to death. Getting a COVID-19 vaccine can protect you and in particular people around you who are at increased risk.

How does the vaccine protect me?

When vaccination is given, your immune system creates antibodies to fight the disease and may enhance the immune system through other ways.

How long until you get protection from the vaccine?

After an individual receives the Pfizer-Bion Tech vaccine, the body will start the process of making antibodies right away. However, the process of building up those antibodies takes time.

After the first dose, you will be about 50 percent protected. After the second dose, which is 21 days later, you will be upwards of 94, 95 percent protected.

If I already had COVID-19, should I still get a vaccine?

Even if you have had COVID-19 and developed natural protection or immunity against the virus, it is not known how long this protection lasts. Being vaccinated is still of benefit.

Is the vaccine safe?

The Pfizer-BionTech vaccine has been rigorously tested in clinical trials and is considered safe.
The COVID-19 Pfizer-BionTech vaccine has been approved by the Saudi Food and Drug Authority and other relevant bodies.
This vaccine is endorsed by the Saudi Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization. Scientists are constantly monitoring the use of the vaccine globally for potential health risks.

Can I get COVID-19 from the vaccine?

No, it is not possible to be infected with SARS-Cov-2 and get COVID-19 from the vaccine that is currently being used in Saudi Arabia, as it contains only part of the virus.

How safe is the COVID-19 Pfizer-BionTech vaccine for people with anaphylaxis?

Those with anaphylaxis that require epinephrine should not be vaccinated.

What are the vaccine side effects?

A small number of people may experience:

Headache and fatigue
Pain at the injection site
Muscle pain
Fever and shivering

After Care:

To relieve any side-effects:

Take paracetamol to relieve headaches, muscle pain or fever.
Place a cold compress on the injection site to reduce any discomfort, redness or swelling.

If you have a reaction to the vaccine or one that prevents you from being able to eat, sleep, or work, or a reaction for more than three days, you should contact your primary care doctor or visit a walk-in care clinic.

Seek care immediately if you have any signs of an allergic reaction, such as hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of face and throat, fast heartbeat, or dizziness.

What is the relationship of the COVID-19 Pfizer-BionTech vaccine to the facial nerve palsy?

There is no documented relationship between the vaccine and facial nerve palsy, and it was not classified as a side effect of the vaccine in the third phase of clinical trials.

Why is the flu vaccine important?

Influenza viruses are active in the fall and winter season, and COVID-19 may also be more active at this time.

The flu vaccine helps to reduce the risk of contracting influenza, being admitted to hospital, and death.

If a person is more susceptible to COVID-19 infection, then they are also more likely to get the flu.

How was the vaccine made accessible so quickly?

Due to the current circumstances of the pandemic, the vaccine has been approved as a valid vaccine for use as emergency use authorization.

Tips before vaccination

What are the tips before getting vaccinated?

Advise the clinician if you have symptoms of COVID-19 or any other illness.
Inform the clinician about your medical history if you have a chronic disease, such as diabetes or asthma.
Advise the clinician if you are taking medication and/or if you have allergies to any known vaccines or medications.

Vaccine and pregnancy

Is it true that the COVID-19 Pfizer-BionTech vaccine causes infertility?

There is no documented relationship between the vaccine and infertility.

What is the appropriate procedure after vaccination for a woman who wants to become pregnant?

Wait a minimum of three months after taking the second dose of the COVID-19 Pfizer-BionTech vaccine.

Conflicts between vaccines

Is there a conflict between the Corona Pfizer-BionTech vaccine and any of the other vaccines?

There are no current studies that demonstrate the dual use of COVID-19 vaccines, so we advise against combining vaccines.

Is there a conflict between the influenza vaccine and the new COVID-19 vaccine?

There are no current studies that demonstrate the dual use of vaccines, so we advise against combining vaccines and setting 14 days between the vaccine and the other.

Sources: Saudi Ministry of Health Johns Hopkins University (JHU) NHS Mayo Clinic

This FAQ will be updated regularly as more information becomes available.

Care Lines

Nurse Care Line

If you need someone to talk to about COVID-19 vaccination or health-related issues – in English or Arabic – our caring and expert nurses are on hand to talk you through how to manage your condition at home, provide useful information, or direct you to an appropriate clinic.

Call 800-305-4444 and select option 3.

The Nurse Care Line is available Sunday to Thursday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

COVID-19 Vaccine Resources

Ministry of Health

The Saudi Ministry of Health’s (MOH) FAQ webpage on COVID-19 vaccination.

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MOH COVID-19 Helpline

For more specific information on the COVID-19 vaccine contact MOH's COVID-19 helpline.

Call the helpline at 937

“Sehaty” App

Registering Saudi citizens and residents for free COVID-19 vaccine from MOH.

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Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University's (JHU) FAQs on COVID-19 vaccines from their Coronavirus Resource Center.

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