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      Nick Webster

      Nick Webster

      Health Editor
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      Nick has been reporting for The National since 2015, with a focus on health-news articles and a keen eye on human-interest topics. His background is as a health, crime, and public affairs reporter in regional media in the UK. As a Dubai-based reporter, he also covers general news in the emirate and elsewhere in the country and is experienced in reporting on a variety of sectors including economic crimes, wildlife trafficking and animal welfare issues. Nick is a Rosalynn Carter Mental Health Journalism Fellow.
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      Articles

      Paul Awah was diagnosed with steroid-induced glaucoma in his right eye. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Dubai boxer left almost blind in one eye after misusing steroid eye drops

      Doctors offer tips on how to maintain eye health during glaucoma awareness month

      UAEJanuary 22, 2026
      The Lodd Autonomous stand at Umex, at Adnec in Abu Dhabi. Antonie Robertson / The National
      UAE hailed as 'test bed' for future of transport in the skies and seas

      Experts reveal extensive safety checks before lift-off of flying taxis

      UAEJanuary 20, 2026
      Stolen Toyota Land Cruisers being sent to the UAE were seized by authorities in Australia. Photo: Queensland Police
      Warning after stolen Toyota SUVs destined for UAE held by Australian police

      Dealers tell how online vehicle checks can protect unsuspecting second-hand buyers

      UAEJanuary 20, 2026
      Dubai man Mark Brooks, pictured with family members, is lucky to be alive following his ordeal. Photo: Supplied
      Dubai man has arm rebuilt after battling flesh-eating bacteria

      Perfect storm creates breeding ground for rare necrotising fasciitis – and $450,000 medical bill

      UAEJanuary 16, 2026
      The latest strain of the flu has been more aggressive, but the vaccine remains effective. Jane Barlow/PA Wire
      UAE hospitals hit peak flu season as doctors say virus is worst in decade

      Call for more vaccine uptake to stem rise

      UAEJanuary 14, 2026
      Firefighting robot dogs will soon be part of Dubai Civil Defence's tools to tackle blazes in the emirate. Antonie Robertson / The National
      Play01:35
      Firefighting robot dogs to tackle high-rise blazes in Dubai

      Latest technology unveiled at Intersec trade show

      UAEJanuary 13, 2026
      Rory McIlroy tees off at Emirates Golf Club, home of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic. Getty Images
      Dubai at heart of mental health drive to help golfers cope with life on tour

      Mental fitness zones at the Hero Dubai Desert Classic tournament recognise the symptoms of a sport where depression, anxiety and obsessive thoughts can blight lives

      UAEJanuary 09, 2026
      Health authorities are keen to reduce the nation's salt intake. Reuters
      How to eat less salt after UAE survey health warning

      Too much sodium increases risk of heart problems

      UAEJanuary 09, 2026
      Baidu's Apollo Go self-driving cars in Beijing. They now have a permit to operate trials in Dubai and commercial operations could begin in two months. Getty Images
      Driverless-car control centre to open in Dubai Science Park

      Hub will manage testing operations as autonomous vehicle era begins

      UAEJanuary 08, 2026
      The first National Nutrition Survey in the UAE may cause alarm bells to ring at the country's health authorities and diet has become a major focus. Rex Features
      UAE sleepwalking into health crisis with 96 per cent consuming too much salt

      Major national survey shows mountain to climb to improve lives

      UAEJanuary 06, 2026
      Hulusl Sert, (wheelchair) a four year old from Turkey, is the first patient to receive a new SMA medication in the UAE for muscular dystrophy at the Medcare Hospital, Al Qusais, Dubai. The procedure was conducted by Dr Vivek Mundada, Pediatric Neurologist at Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital. Attending the hospital visit with HulusI is his father Mustafa Sert, mother Anne Remziye and older brother Ramazan (six years old). Antonie Robertson/The National
      Play02:15
      Toddler given hope by $2 million donation for care in UAE

      Fast-tracked novel gene therapy could treat more children with spinal muscular atrophy

      UAEJanuary 06, 2026
      Dubai-based Venezuelan Ivan Torellas welcomed the removal of Nicolas Maduro from office in his home country. The National
      Venezuelans in UAE relieved to see end of Maduro era but fear for future

      Homeland will not 'become another Puerto Rico'

      UAEJanuary 05, 2026
      Baby Hamdan was born at Burjeel Hospital in Abu Dhabi
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      As revellers ring in new year, families across the UAE welcome newborns

      Two Emirati boys among first children born this year as families express joy and hope

      UAEJanuary 01, 2026
      Dubai project manager Monty Guhathakurta, right, hopes to travel to the US for the World Cup, depending on ticket prices. Photo: Monty Guhaehakurta
      UAE fans expect to spend up to Dh65,000 to watch Fifa World Cup

      Some say they will be priced out of matches in US, Mexico and Canada

      UAEDecember 23, 2025
      It is estimated there are more than 200 million stray dogs and about 500 million stray cats around the world. Leslie Pableo for The National
      Can groups in the UAE follow Netherlands' lead by rehoming all stray animals?

      Long-term commitment to animal welfare is key to tackling global issue, experts say

      UAEDecember 13, 2025
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