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Shireena Al Nowais

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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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Amal Al Qubaisi, Speaker of the Federal National Council, meets some of the children appointed by the government to give advice on issues related to young people. Wam
Nine young Emiratis to give no-nonsense advice to government

The handpicked group of 12 to 15-year-old's are among the brightest in the country

UAEJuly 20, 2019
A man sells livestock at an official abattoir in Abu Dhabi during Eid Al Adha last year. Victor Besa / The National
Eid Al Adha 2019: UAE health authorities warn against butchering livestock at home

Health officials say unlicensed butchers do not have their livestock as thoroughly tested for diseases such as Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever

UAEJuly 17, 2019
An X-ray showing nine of the magnets in the stomach of a child. If multiple magnets are swallowed they can potentially cause dangerous tears to the intestine.
UAE doctor calls for magnetic toy ban after injuries to children

At least eight youngsters have been rushed to hospital after swallowing the toy

UAEJuly 16, 2019
This baby girl became the first in the US to be born to a woman who had a uterus transplant from a deceased donor. She was born last month at Clevelend Clinic Ohio. Courtesy Cleveland Clinic Ohio
Uterus transplants from dead donors 'to be available in the UAE'

A baby girl was the first in the US to be born from the transplanted uterus of a dead donor but doctors hope this will soon be an option for patients in Abu Dhabi

UAEJuly 13, 2019
Dr Sara Al Bastaki is the one of only two female Emirati colorectal surgeon in Abu Dhabi. Reem Mohammed / The National
Lack of female colon surgeons 'causes women to avoid care'

Medics say conditions like haemorrhoids often go untreated

HealthJuly 13, 2019
One Abu Dhabi dentist reported as many as 40 per cent of their patients had never used a toothbrush. Getty Images
Abu Dhabi launches new dental hygiene campaign

Initiative comes as dentist reports some patients have never heard of toothbrushes

UAEJuly 02, 2019
Amira Alkaabi, Mariam Al Bloshi, Mariam Al Shamsi, Shamsa Al Ameri and Jawaher Alalawi are jetting off to America to widen their medical knowledge. Victor Besa/The National
Proud Emirati medical students aim to change perception of profession

Five students from Fatima College of Health Sciences will take part in a training programme in the United States

UAEJuly 02, 2019
Shaima Saeed with a uniform she made for government school pupils. Chris Whiteoak / The National
People of Determination to sew uniforms for UAE school pupils

The project is teaching people with disabilities vital skills and providing work

UAEJune 29, 2019
A surgical team from SKMC and Corniche Hospital during the procedure. Credit: SKMC
Abu Dhabi baby has rare medical procedure while partially in womb

A cyst on the infant's neck was a quarter of his weight

HealthJune 27, 2019
Abdul Rahman Al Bastaki. Education Media Centre
Emirati cancer teen commended for his bravery

The story of Abdul Rahman Al Bastaki, 14, was highlighted by the UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister on Tuesday

HealthJune 26, 2019
Nadia Saeed, 56, from Sudan has made a full recovery after having heart disease diagnosed in 2012. Khushnum Bhandari for The National
Woman with end of stage heart failure makes 'miraculous' recovery

Doctors turned to a less conventional treatment as a final attempt

UAEJune 15, 2019
Mahjbeen Ahmed, Mr Ali's wife, with their two sons, Ariz, 3, and Abban, 4 at their home in Al Bahya. Khushnum Bhandari for The National
Pakistani family's Abu Dhabi visa plight resolved

The department are working to help Mr Ali, who owes Dh117,000 to a former business acquaintance, keep his family in the UAE

UAEJune 14, 2019
Dr Shamsheer Vayalil, founder and chairman of VPS Healthcare, receives his golden visa. Courtesy: Dr Shamsheer Vayalil
Dr Shamsheer Vayalil granted UAE permanent residency

Founder of one of the UAE's largest healthcare groups issued permanent residency

UAEJune 10, 2019
Abdul Hakim's strong relationship with his employer, Marzouq Al Hajerii, right, was a huge help during his battle with mouth cancer. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Scar-free Abu Dhabi surgery puts driver on road to recovery

Abdul Hakim had the support of surgeons as well as an employer who describes him as a 'son' and a 'friend'

HealthJune 03, 2019
Dr Rakesh Suri, chief executive of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Abu Dhabi hospital recruits US cancer specialists to boost fight against disease

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi has hired 'foremost experts' ahead of launch of cancer treatment centre

HealthMay 29, 2019
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