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Shireena Al Nowais

Chief Reporter
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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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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, March 18, 2021. Mohammed Almansoori registers before getting his PCR test at the Biogenix lab at G42 in Masdar City. Victor Besa/The National Section: NA Reporter: Shireena Al Nowais
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Coronavirus: inside the high-tech Abu Dhabi laboratory screening thousands of school pupils

Biogenix Labs in Masdar City is operated by G42 Healthcare and conducts saliva tests on site and at schools

HealthMarch 20, 2021
An increase in stress has led to a surge in sleep disorders. Try to make your sleeping space calm and relaxing in order to promote good sleep. Getty Images
Can't sleep? Coronavirus anxiety causes rise in patients seeking help for insomnia

Combination of Covid-19 related symptoms plus general anxiety is causing a rise in people developing sleep issues

HealthMarch 19, 2021
Hussain Al Hammadi, speaking at a previous event, said he hoped to see pupils back in classes in September but that it was too early to call. Leslie Pableo for The National
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Education minister hopeful all UAE pupils back in school for September

Hussain Al Hammadi said it was too soon to give head teachers a firm model for September 2021

EducationMarch 18, 2021
Two-thirds of the world’s poorest countries reduced their first post-Covid education budget. EPA
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Abu Dhabi’s drive to ensure brighter future for children everywhere

A new project will bring together experts to look at how children can be given the best start in life, ahead of an event in November

EducationMarch 16, 2021
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed speaks to Emirati students at an outdoor question-and-answer session for the Mohamed bin Zayed Majlis for Future Generations
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Good decisions got us through the pandemic, says Sheikh Abdullah

Thousands register for online discussions between young adults and senior Emirati figures

UAEMarch 14, 2021
A couple are tested at their home during a door-to-door Covid-19 screening drive in Abu Dhabi city. Victor Besa / The National
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On patrol with Abu Dhabi's door-to-door PCR testing teams

Nurses, medical staff and police sweep Abu Dhabi city and Al Ain to zero in on possible community infections

HealthMarch 11, 2021
Hajera Qudoos was the first ever paediatric kidney transplant in the UAE, and was interviewed for the first time by the National 10 years ago. Pictured with her mother Tahmina. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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First child kidney transplant patient in UAE enjoys normal life a decade on

To mark World Kidney Day, 'The National' visits Hajera Qudoos 11 years after ground-breaking surgery

HealthMarch 11, 2021
Children wear masks at XDubai Skatepark near Kite Beach. Pawan Singh / The National
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Top Emirati doctor: stay away from big play groups and wear a mask if a handyman visits

Dr Omar Al Hammadi urges all to be cautious at home and avoid crowds and enclosed areas

HealthMarch 11, 2021
The UAE led the world in vaccination rates during the past week. Victor Besa / The National
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First booster shots of Covid-19 vaccine administered in UAE

Small number of people receive third shot of Sinopharm vaccine to prompt production of antibodies

HealthMarch 10, 2021
'Living dappled with vitiligo - my skin is different from others. I feel it’s unique', says Nadine. Vidhyaa Chandramohan for The National
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How an Emirati woman with vitiligo shows the 'beautiful side' of her skin condition

Nadin Al Maskari turned to art to celebrate her body and help others overcome their fears

HealthMarch 06, 2021
Laveen received the injection at around 10am at Al Jalila Children’s Specialty hospital in Dubai. Courtesy Ibrahim Al Kutayshi
Iraqi girl in Dubai receives Dh8m life-saving injection after Sheikh Mohammed covers medical fees

Vice President and Ruler of Dubai steps in to help the toddler's family after watching heartbreaking video on social media

HealthMarch 04, 2021
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, February 16, 2021. Pupils return to school on Sunday at British School Al Khubairat. Victor Besa/The National Reporter: Haneen Dajani Section: NA
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Saliva tests for Covid-19 will help schools return to normal, top UAE official says

Abu Dhabi will roll out regular testing on children aged four to 12 widely in the coming weeks

EducationFebruary 28, 2021
Hasan Al Subaihi was a distinguished writer and academic.
Anwar Gargash leads tributes to Emirati writer Hasan Al Subaihi

Al Subaihi was a media pioneer in the UAE and mentored many young journalists

UAEFebruary 28, 2021
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, with the now retired Maj Gen Helal Al Shehhi at the time of the war. Courtesy: Helal Al Shehhi
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Liberation of Kuwait: Emirati commander recalls blazing oil wells and looted shops

Retired major general remembers raising the Emirati flag over the UAE embassy in Kuwait

UAEFebruary 28, 2021
Maria van Kerkhove, head of the Outbreak Investigation Task Force for the World Health Organisation, took part in a conference organised by Abu Dhabi Public Health. AP
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WHO: general global decline in Covid-19 cases no excuse for complacency

Head of emerging diseases unit at World Health Organisation calls on nations to increase precautions to stamp out Covid-19

HealthFebruary 26, 2021
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