Health
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Nasiriyah Heart Hospital Achieves Milestone with Complex Surgeries
In a remarkable medical achievement, Nasiriyah Heart Hospital in Dhi Qar successfully performed three complex open-heart surgeries simultaneously, showcasing the hospital’s advanced capabilities and expertise in cardiac care. The operations took place in specialised surgical rooms, with each case led by highly skilled cardiac surgery consultants. The first surgery, supervised…
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Nasiriyah Hospital Performs Urgent Cardiac Catheterisation
In a remarkable medical achievement, the cardiac catheterisation team at Nasiriyah Heart Hospital, part of the Dhi Qar Health Department, successfully performed four emergency catheterisation procedures to save patients suffering from severe heart attacks in the late hours of the night. The patients, who arrived from various districts and suburbs…
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Iraqi-Korean Hospital Enhances Emergency Medical Services
The Iraqi-Korean Critical Care Hospital at the Medical City is continuing to deliver essential medical and healthcare services to patients, following the directives of the Minister of Health, Dr. Saleh Al-Hasnawi. Since its operational launch on December 1, 2024, the hospital has treated 250 critical cases, adhering to a structured…
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CSCEC Starts Building Modern Hospital in Iraq
In a significant step towards strengthening Iraq’s healthcare infrastructure, China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for a 100-bed hospital in Suq Al-Shuyukh district, Dhi Qar Governorate. The project marks a crucial public welfare initiative aimed at improving healthcare services in the region. The official launch…
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Iraq Implements Drug Card System for Medication Access
The Department of Popular Medical Clinics, in coordination with the Pharmacy and Warehouses Department, has commenced the distribution of chronic and general disease medications to its clinics across Baghdad and other governorates. The supply process, covering March and April 2025, began on Tuesday, 11 March 2025, and will continue until…
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Central Child Hospital Treats 124 Premature Babies in February
The premature ward at the Central Child Teaching Hospital in Baghdad, under the Karkh Health Department, provided lifesaving care to 124 premature babies in February 2025, ensuring critical medical support from the first hours of birth. Premature babies often face serious health risks, including respiratory distress, congenital jaundice, lung complications,…
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Iraq Opens New Emergency Room at GSD Al Najaf Teaching Hospital
A GKSD-GSD delegation led by President Kamel Ghribi concluded the mission in Iraq during which the emergency room of the GSD Al Najaf Teaching Hospital was inaugurated. It is one of the two hospitals managed by the healthcare group in Iraq. The commitment made by Kamel Ghribi has borne fruit…
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Breast Cancer Screening for Female Finance Ministry Staff
As part of its commitment to promoting health awareness, the Ministry of Finance, under the patronage of Minister Taif Sami Mohammed, has launched an early breast cancer screening campaign for its female employees. Organised by the Minister’s Office – Women’s Affairs Department in collaboration with the Ministry of Health –…
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Bayer and Iraq Collaborate to Enhance Healthcare Services
Under the patronage and supervision of Minister of Health Dr. Saleh Mahdi Al-Hasnawi, Iraq’s Ministry of Health has signed a cooperation agreement with Bayer Germany to advance the healthcare and awareness sector. The signing ceremony, held on February 5, 2025, was attended by German Ambassador Ms. Christiane Hohmann, alongside senior…
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Minister of Health Reviews Australian Hospital Project in Baqubah
In line with the government’s health sector priorities, including the completion, inauguration, and operation of healthcare projects, Dr. Saleh Mahdi Al-Hasnawi, Iraq’s Minister of Health, visited the Australian Hospital project with a 400-bed capacity south of Baqubah on Thursday, 6 February 2025. He was accompanied by Dr. Khamis Al-Saad, the…
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