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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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Salama Al Ameemi, the newly-appointed director general of Ma'an, said the organisation will encourage volunteering and social enterprise in Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
New Abu Dhabi strategy to support social enterprise and volunteering

The Ma'an Authority for Social Contribution will champion the UAE's 'culture of giving'

GovernmentApril 22, 2019
Abu Dhabi to host festival to celebrate the Islamic world

The Organisation of Islamic Co-operation Festival will feature a variety of performances and exhibitions that celebrate Islamic history, culture and traditions

UAEApril 16, 2019
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi's cube-shaped cancer treatment centre will open in 2021. Courtesy: Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi to open new cancer treatment centre

Cancer is the third leading cause of death in Abu Dhabi and the main reason patients travel abroad for treatment

HealthApril 16, 2019
Cancer treatment is often only partially covered by private medical insurance. Silvia Razgova / The National
Low income workers given free cancer care in Abu Dhabi's public hospitals

Hospitals like Cleveland Clinic and Sheikh Khalifa Medical City say they'll ensure everyone is treated

UAEApril 16, 2019
Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak, Minister of Tolerance, has paid tribute to Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak as a new book is released in her honour. Leslie Pableo for the National
New book pays homage to Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak's mission to empower women

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak, Minister of Tolerance, leads tributes to the Mother of the Nation at book launch

UAEApril 10, 2019
Khamis Al Khansoori is recovering from successful surgery at Sheikh Khalifa Medical Centre. Khushnum Bhandari for The National
First robotic knee surgery carried out at UAE public hospital

Doctor who carried out hi-tech surgery in Abu Dhabi says it heralds the start of a new age of medical advancements

HealthApril 10, 2019
Doctors in Abu Dhabi treated nearly 260 children who swallowed dangerous items such as batteries and coins during an 18 month period.
Abu Dhabi doctors hit with spate of cases as children swallow Dh1 coins

Parental negligence is blamed as about 15 youngsters per month end up in hospital

HealthApril 04, 2019
Dr Amer Azaz said medics are looking at other potential applications for faecal transplants. Khushnum Bhandari for The National
First faecal transplant performed in Abu Dhabi to transform child's life

The procedure, which is increasingly being seen by medics as the answer to digestive problems, required permission from the religious authority

HealthApril 03, 2019
Sakeena Mohamed Al Hashmi, acting charge nurse and Houria Ali Al Naqbi, hospital coordinator. Victor Besa / The National
Nursing needs 'better recognition' to attract more Emirati recruits

UAE nationals complain they are seen as 'helpers' rather than medical professionals

HealthApril 02, 2019
Parents are being urged to show more awareness of bullying and its causes. Victor Besa / The National
Bullying traced back to parents' behaviour, top Emirati prosecutor says

Criticism, showing aggression and a lack of patience can lead to similar behaviour in children

EducationApril 02, 2019
Shanice Baptiste, from Trinidad and Tobago, with her coach Clevanic Williams-Cupid at Sheikh Khalifa Medical Centre. Khushnum Bhandari for The National
Athlete who fell ill at Special Olympics finally heads home

Shanice Baptiste was one of more than 250 athletes who required medical treatment during the Games

UAEMarch 28, 2019
Yousef Al Kitbi, acting chief operating officer at Tawam Hospital, speaks during a press conference announcing a new health scheme to support patients aged 60 and over in Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Abu Dhabi health care services boost for older patients

Patients aged 60 and over will be given escorts, priority parking and a dedicated health card as part of scheme launched by public health body Seha

HealthMarch 27, 2019
Ramadan can be a kickstart to quitting smoking for good. Silvia Razgova / The National
Obesity and diabetes rates begin to decrease, survey shows

Results of a five-year survey that polled thousands of Emiratis and residents are revealed

UAEMarch 25, 2019
Joseph and Mary Bradley celebrate at the Special Olympics World Games. Shireena Al Nowais / TheNational
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'Miracle son' wins gold as Special Olympians make history

World Games has gathered some of the most determined athletes in Abu Dhabi

March 20, 2019
UAE sprinter Reem Alblooshi, centre, in the 100m at the Special Olympic Games, Dubai Police Stadium Pawan Singh / The National
Surprise visits brighten up Day 4 of the Games

President Emmerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe surprised his country’s team at Yas Links Golf Club and Hafthor Julius Bjornsson, from Iceland, took photos with athletes at Adnec

UAEMarch 19, 2019
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