Doctor on Call for Cold, Cough, Flu Symptoms & Tiredness | Dubai

Why Choose Vesta Care for Cold & Flu Treatment at Home?

When you're sick with cold or flu, traveling to a clinic puts unnecessary stress on your body and exposes others to infection. Vesta Care's doctor on call service brings professional medical care to your home, hotel, or office—anywhere in Dubai.

The Vesta Care Difference:

• DHA-Licensed Medical Professionals: All our doctors are licensed by Dubai Health Authority and have extensive experience treating respiratory infections, viral illnesses, and related conditions.
• Rapid Response Time: Our doctors reach you within 45 minutes across all Dubai areas—from Dubai Marina to Arabian Ranches, Downtown to Deira.
• Complete Home Visit Care: Your doctor arrives fully equipped with diagnostic tools, medications, and the ability to prescribe treatments on-site. No need for multiple trips.
• Prescription & Medicine Delivery: We can prescribe antiviral medications (like Tamiflu), antibiotics for secondary infections, and arrange medicine delivery directly to your location.
• Insurance Coverage: Vesta Care works with UAE's leading insurance providers and handles the end-to-end authorization process for you.
• 24/7 Availability: Cold and flu don't wait for business hours. Our medical team is available around the clock, every day of the year, including weekends and public holidays.
• Transparent Pricing: Doctor consultation starts from 199 AED with no hidden fees. Know exactly what you're paying before we arrive.

Understanding Your Symptoms: Is It a Cold, Flu, or Something Else?

Illnesses related to your respiratory system share common symptoms that sometime will be overlapping. Please review our quick guide to identify the most likely causes of your symptoms in case you want to do a self-assessment before calling us:

Common Cold

• Symptoms are gradual and develop over 1-2 days
• Primary symptoms: runny nose, sneezing, mild sore throat
• No fever or mild fever
• Light fatigue
• Most commonly it will go away in 7-10 days
• Vesta Care treats: Yes, with symptom management and supportive care

Influenza (Flu)

• Sudden feel of being unwell — varies within a few hours
• High fever (> 38°C or 100.4°F)
• Muscle pain with severe body aches
• Extreme fatigue and weakness
• Dry, persistent cough
• Intense headache
• Normal duration is between 1-2 weeks
• Vesta Care treats: Yes, with antiviral prescriptions (when appropriate), symptom relief, and medical monitoring

COVID-19

• Primary sumptoms include fever, cough, fatigue
• In some cases you may experience loss of taste or smell
• Likely shortness of breath
• Body aches is amongst the common symptoms
• Vesta Care treats: Yes, including prescribing appropriate medicine

Unexplained Tiredness & Fatigue

• When you experience exhaustion that is not going away with resting
• It can be attributed to deficiencies of certain vitamins, viral infections or requires further assessment from the Vesta Care physicians or the phycisian of your preference.
• Vesta Care evaluates: Our doctors perform thorough assessments and can arrange lab tests at home if needed

What Happens During Your Home Visit

1. Book Your Appointment Call 04 247 0800, WhatsApp 052 270 4729, or book online at vestacare.ae. Available 24/7.
2. Doctor Dispatched Immediately A DHA-licensed doctor is assigned and reaches your location within 45 minutes across Dubai.
3. Comprehensive Medical Assessment Our doctor will review your symptoms, clinical history, and current medications, take your vital signs, perform a physical examination and evaluate the status of your hydration.
4. Diagnosis & Treatment Plan Based on the examination, our doctor provides a clear diagnosis with a treatment plan (where needed) focusing on treating your condition, prescribing medications (when needed), give instructions on self-care and the follow-up care guidance.
5. Medication & Follow-Up In Vesta Care we are empanelled with NABITH in Dubai and we will arrange your e-prescriptions, arranging where asked those to be send to your pharmacy or our referral pharmacy, so that you medication is delivered to your doorstep. Our doctors will follow up with you and any medical reports will be shared electronically. We are a DHA licensed provided and in the required cases we provide a Sick Leave Certificate.

Locations We Serve in Dubai

Vesta Care's doctor on call service covers all major areas of Dubai:

• Dubai Marina & JBR
• Downtown Dubai & Business Bay
• Palm Jumeirah
• Dubai Investment Park (DIP)
• Al Barsha & Barsha Heights
• Arabian Ranches
• Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) & Triangle (JVT)
• Mirdif
• Deira & Bur Dubai
• International City
• Dubai Silicon Oasis

...and everywhere else in Dubai. If you're in Dubai, we reach you.

When to Call a Doctor for Cold & Flu Symptoms

You Should Call Vesta Care If:

For Adults:

• You are experiencing persisted fever of over 39°C (102°F) for more than 3 days,
• You experience breathing difficulty or pain on your chest,
• You cannot maintain fluids and keep vomitting,
• You face any of the symptoms we describe above.

For Children:

• Persistent fever above 38°C (100.4°F) for inhants under 6 months.
• Difficulties in breathing, sever pains on ears, bluish skin or lips,
• Feeling drowsiness for prolonged time and refusing to consume fluids,
• For infants an indication is continued crying and feel of irritation.

Elder Individuals or High Risk categories:

• Adults 65 years and older
• Pregnant women
• Infants and young children
• People with chronic conditions (asthma, diabetes, heart disease)
• Immunocompromised individuals
• Anyone with underlying health conditions

Don't wait—call Vesta Care and our doctor will assess whether home treatment is appropriate or if you need hospital care.

Treatment Options Available at Home

Based on your diagnosis, Vesta Care doctors can provide:

For Viral Infections (Cold/Flu/COVID):

• Antiviral medications
• Fever reducers and pain relievers
• Cough suppressants or expectorants
• Decongestants
• Throat lozenges and supportive medications

For Secondary Bacterial Infections:

• Antibiotics for sinus infections
• Treatment for strep throat
• Ear infection medications
• Bronchitis treatment

Lab Testing (If Needed): Our partner laboratory (Intel Lab, accredited since 2001) can:

• Provide the most comprehensive respiratory molecular panel for up to 28 viruses and bacteria,
• Provide rapid tests (flu, strep tests and others) that will give conclusive findings within just a few hours,
• Provide comprehensive lab-work for related biomarkers with results available in just a few hours.
• Perform DHA-licensed RT-PCR for Covid-19

In Vesta Care we offer comprehensive solutions to address the symptoms of cold, cough, flu-like symptoms and tiredness, these include:

• IV fluid therapies for hydration and treatement (available through Vesta Care IV Infusion service)
• Issuance of DHA approved Sick Leave medical certificates
• Follow up from our physicians alone or in conjuction with your primary treating physician
• Referrals to our extensive network of partner specialists

Tips from Vesta Care Medical Team for prevention

We highly recommend to perform your Annual Flu Vaccine Timely and diligent vaccination for flu reduces the risk of contracting influenza by over 40% while its impact will be to significantly reducing the severity of its symptoms when contracting it. Vesta Care is licensed to perform Influenza vaccinations at home or anywhere in Dubai and we perform over 2,000 at-home vaccinations in Dubai annually.

Practice Good Hygiene

• Wash hands with soap for at least 20 seconds frequently
• Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer (60%+ alcohol)
• Avoid touching your face, especially eyes, nose, and mouth
• Cover coughs and sneezes with your elbow, not your hands

Boost Your Immune System

• A healthy sleep schedule of 7-9 hours night sleep is essential
• Physical activity reinforces your immune system, a 30-mins per day activity is highly needed
• Diet is in the core of our immune system; diets rich in fruits and vegetables are recommended
• Drinking water daily with an average recommended quantity of 1.5litters per day is essential,
• Stress can impact your immune system – call us for practical advices
• Vitamin D deficiency is observed in a big majority of Dubai residents – follow up with us for a comprehensive plan in addressing your vitamin deficiencies

Avoid Spreading Viral Deceases

• Viral infections are contageous normally in the first 5-7 days of contraction, stay at home when possible
• Maintain the required distance from others when you feel unwell
• Use disinfectants for surfaces
• Avoid sharing cups, utencils and other personal items

Pricing & Insurance Information

Transparent Pricing You Can Trust:

Doctor Home Visit Consultation: Starting from 199 AED

• Includes: Medical examination, diagnosis, and prescription
• Does not include: Medications, lab tests, or additional treatments (charged separately if needed)

Insurance Coverage: Vesta Care accepts and processes claims for UAE's leading insurance providers. We handle:

• Pre-authorization requests
• Direct billing (where applicable)
• Insurance documentation
• Claims submission

Payment Methods:

• Cash
• Credit/Debit Cards
• Bank transfers
• Insurance direct billing

For insurance verification or questions about coverage, call 04 247 0800.

Why Home Treatment Is Better for Cold & Flu

• Avoid Exposure to Other Illnesses Waiting rooms in clinics and hospitals are full of sick patients. When your immune system is already fighting an infection, you don't need additional exposure.
• No Travel When You're Unwell Driving or arranging transportation when you're feverish, dizzy, or exhausted is uncomfortable and potentially dangerous.
• Personalized One-on-One Care Unlike rushed clinic appointments, home visits allow doctors to spend adequate time with you, answer all questions, and provide thorough care.
• Comfort & Privacy Receive medical care in the comfort of your own space, wearing comfortable clothes, with access to your bed and bathroom.
• Family & Hotel Guest Convenience Perfect for families with multiple sick members, hotel guests, or business travelers who need medical attention without leaving their accommodation.
• Reduced Wait Times No sitting in waiting rooms for hours. Our doctors reach you in 45 minutes.

Special Services for Hotels & Corporate Clients

Doctor on Call for Hotels Vesta Care partners with hotels across Dubai to provide discreet, professional medical care for guests:

• Rapid response to hotel rooms
• Professional, hospitality-trained doctors
• Minimal disruption to guest experience
• Billing coordination with hotel management
• Available for individual guests or group bookings

Corporate Wellness Programs We provide on-call medical services for:

• Office buildings
• Construction sites
• Educational institutions
• Corporate events
• Employee wellness programs

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