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Shireena Al Nowais

Chief Reporter
UAE
A journalist from the UAE with more than a decade's experience, Shireena joined The National in 2013. She is interested in public policy, judicial, social, health and government issues, and has written several investigative reports pertaining to these areas. She also launched and handled a weekly charity page called “Helping Hands”.
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The global health sector is stepping up efforts to bolster detection rates for Alzheimer's disease. Getty Images
Abu Dhabi hospital reveals new brain scan to detect Alzheimer's earlier

Disease can be identified before symptoms show, in patients as young as 40

UAEJuly 09, 2025
Moath Al Najar, 13, was among the Gazan children in Emirates Humanitarian City who received gifts from Make-A-Wish UAE on Tuesday. Wajod Al Khamis / The National
Make A Wish Foundation brings joy to Gazan children in Abu Dhabi

Phones, PlayStations and gaming laptops among presents given to children during event in Abu Dhabi

UAEJuly 09, 2025
The UAE government wants to boost the Emirati birth rate after new figures showed a decline between 2015 and 2022. Victor Besa / The National
Reversing declining Emirati birth rate a major priority, says minister

Government agencies involved in efforts to tackle trend

UAEJuly 05, 2025
Hamad Al Marar, managing director and chief executive of Edge, spoke to The National about the UAE's defence philosophy. Victor Besa / The National
Gulf War lessons a catalyst for UAE's military growth, Edge chief says

CEO of defence conglomerate discusses importance of protecting national sovereignty

UAEJune 27, 2025
Mariam Al Mansoori is a senior production engineer and remote pilot for Adasi. Victor Besa / The National
Pioneering Emirati pilot on a mission to inspire as UAE women flying high

The National spoke to six enterprising Emirati women excelling in engineering industry

UAEJune 23, 2025
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, opening the Fatima bint Mubarak Centre in March 2023. Photo: Abu Dhabi Media Office
Dedicated Abu Dhabi cancer centre treats 25,000 patients in first two years

Fatima bint Mubarak Centre aims to transform healthcare in UAE capital

UAEJune 18, 2025
Dr Munjid with Patient Burjeel Hospital
VideoRenowned surgeon launches Abu Dhabi clinic to transform care for amputees

Limb loss should never define a person's future, Prof Munjed Al Muderis says

UAEJune 06, 2025
Khaled Jedba, 38 years old, Oday's father. Oday Jedba, 12 years old, Cancer patient. Bone marrow patient. Wajod Alkhamis / The National
Gazan boy's need for bone marrow transplant might have saved entire family

Rare immune condition led to boy being taken to Abu Dhabi for care

UAEJune 04, 2025
Prof Munjed Al Murderis with patient Glenn Bedwell. Photo: Burjeel Medical City
Renowned surgeon launches Abu Dhabi clinic to transform care for amputees

Limb loss should never define a person's future, Prof Munjed Al Muderis says

UAEJune 04, 2025
Rahaf Ayyad, 12, malnourished and suffering from severe health complications as starvation overtakes Gaza, is being treated at Khalifa Hospital in Abu Dhabi. 30 May 2025. Photo: Ahmed Ramzan for The National
'Never seen such severe malnutrition': Gazan girl's life saved by doctors in UAE

Rahaf Ayyad, 12, is on the road to recovery after starvation in the enclave

UAEMay 30, 2025
A water delivery train at Qasr Al Hosn in the early 1960s. It was during this period that Sheikha Sabha Alkhyeli moved there. Photo: John Vale
Sheikha Sabha Alkhyeli on life from growing up in a tent to living in Qasr Al Hosn

Sheikha Sabha says tradition has been at heart of the UAE despite changes over the decades

UAEMay 30, 2025
The first phase of the project is expected to be completed soon. EPA
Abu Dhabi's new index to support well-being of children in emirate

Thriving Child Index will cross-reference data to identify those who need support

UAEMay 28, 2025
Harvard graduate Muhra Almuhairi said halting international enrolment at the US university would harm all students. Photo: Supplied
Emirati Harvard alumni criticise Trump plan to block overseas students

Government intervention will damage US economy, say graduates

UAEMay 28, 2025
Naema Al Shehhi, Case Manager at the Child Centre in Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
Inside the Abu Dhabi centre providing support to children at risk of abuse

Well-being and protection facility in Khalifa City allows staff to respond quickly and efficiently

UAEMay 22, 2025
Stem cell treatment could offer a new way of tackling Type 1 diabetes. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Abu Dhabi researchers hopeful of Type 1 diabetes breakthrough

Process hinges on regenerating the pancreas with engineered cells

UAEMay 22, 2025
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