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To find out some essential information on Dubai please click on the links below:

The biggest discomfort you are likely to experience in Dubai is the heat. Travellers need to take care, particularly during the summer months, make sure to drink lots of water, wear sun protection and stay indoors or in the shade between 11.00 and 14.00.

Medical Care
Dubai has many well-equipped hospitals. The Dubai Department of Health and Medical Services runs Dubai, Rashid, Maktoum and Al Wasl hospitals. Dubai Hospital is one of the best medical centres in the Middle East with specialised clinics,  Al Wasl is a specialised maternity and gynaecology hospital. The Dubai Department of Health and Medical Service also operates a number of out-patient clinics, one of which is situated in Jebel Ali.  All visitors are advised to take out comprehensive private medical insurance when travelling to Dubai.

Facilities for the Handicapped
An increasing number of public areas now have access and facilities for people with disabilities. Several of the city’s leading hotels also have specially adapted rooms and facilities for the handicapped. These are: City Centre Hotel, Crowne Plaza Dubai, Hilton International Dubai, Hyatt Regency Dubai, Jebel Ali Hotel & Golf Resort, The Jumeirah Beach Hotel, JW Marriott Hotel, Metropolitan Palace Hotel, Oasis Beach Hotel, Radisson SAS Hotel Jumeirah Beach, The Ritz-Carlton Dubai and Renaissance Hotel Dubai. For more detailed information about available facilities contact the individual hotel.

Pharmacies
Pharmacies, marked with an illuminated green cross, are generally open 8.00 - 21.00 and closed at mid-day (13.30-16.30), many can be found at leading supermarkets and in malls. Call +971 (0)4 223 2323 for information regarding pharmacy locations, telephone numbers and 24 hour pharmacies.

Emergency Numbers
Police: 999
Fire: 999
Ambulance: 998/999
Coastguards: 345 0520

Lost or Stolen Items
Dubai Police  +971 4 269 2222

Tourism
Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing  +971 4 228 5000
E-mail: info@dubaitourism.co.ae
Website: www.dubaitourism.co.ae