Health
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New Iraqi-Korean Hospitals to Boost Medical Services
Minister of Health Dr. Saleh Mahdi Al-Hasnawi welcomed Korean Ambassador Mr. Jo Sung-soo and a delegation from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) at the Ministry’s headquarters on October 29, 2024. The meeting included the Ministry’s Technical Undersecretary and several general managers, reflecting the importance of the longstanding Iraqi-Korean partnership…
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New Leadership Chosen for Iraq’s Medicine Marketing Board
Iraq’s Minister of Health, Dr. Saleh Mahdi Al-Hasnawi, visited the General Company for Marketing Medicines and Medical Supplies (Kimadia) today to oversee the election of new members to its Board of Directors. The election process, which is held every three years, attracted 13 candidates vying for two available seats, with…
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Nahrawan Hospital Nears 72% Completion in Baghdad
The Ministry of Planning has announced that the Nahrawan Hospital construction project in Baghdad has reached a 72% completion rate. This hospital, located in the Al-Madain district, is designed according to international standards and covers an area of 37 dunums. With a capacity of 247 beds, the facility will provide…
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Flu Vaccination Campaign Launched
The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities has initiated a flu vaccination campaign at its headquarters, organised by the Health and Safety Department and overseen by Dr. Ali Ridha, Director General of the Administrative and Financial Affairs Directorate. According to the Director of the Health and Safety Department, the campaign…
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New Integrated Electronic Health Insurance System
In a major step towards modernising healthcare in Iraq, the Health Insurance Authority has signed a contract for the implementation of an integrated electronic health insurance system. The agreement, made with the leading Iraqi Progress Company, was signed under the supervision of the Minister of Health, Dr. Saleh Mahdi Al-Hasnawi.…
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Advanced Care Coming Soon: Al-Zaki Hospital
The Ministry of Planning announced the ongoing construction of the Al-Zaki Specialised Hospital in Babylon Province, is currently more than halfway through being completed. This 230-bed facility, includes a main building with a basement, a three-story structure, and a six-floor annex. It features emergency units, outpatient clinics for men and…
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Iraq, public hospital will be managed by the Polyclinic San Donato
The Policlinico San Donato, a hospital of the San Donato Group, has been awarded a multi-year management of a public hospital in Iraq. This is the highly specialized university hospital in the city of Najaf, equipped with 492 beds and owned by the Iraqi Ministry of Health. The agreement was…
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The International Day of Persons with Disabilities in Iraq
https://youtu.be/iLTAVIFMs98 Baghdad – (iina) Iraq has one of the largest cases of disabilities in the world. There are many root causes, including wars, terrorism, accidents, and birth defects. Unfortunately, many of these individuals struggle to find their voice in the Iraqi society as they feel neglected. Having very little financial…
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Health Expo: Improving Healthcare Technologies in Iraq
https://youtu.be/R7BSTVkTDu0 Baghdad – (iina) Iraq Health Expo hosts an event to bring together healthcare professionals and exhibit the new technologies in the healthcare industry. This event allows investors and healthcare experts to participate in panel discussions and to allow companies to show their product. Published: 20th September, 2023 Date Taken:…
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Cardiology Experts Gather for a Conference in Baghdad
https://youtu.be/Pw-eYZhtuew Baghdad – (iina) The Iraqi Cardiology and Hypertension Association and the Scientific Life Office host a medical conference to discuss the latest medical advancements in the field of cardiology. The aim is for Iraqi doctors to be advanced on the healthcare sector and to update themselves on the improvements…
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