Basra hospitals report surge in skin rashes likely linked to polluted water

Dozens of skin rash cases have been reported in Basra as heat, pollution, and high salinity levels raise concerns of a wider health crisis. Activists and experts are calling for urgent action and international help.

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Kurdistan Region reports fourth case of hemorrhagic fever

The Kurdistan Region has so far recorded four cases of the fatal disease, including one fatality

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Sudani launches construction of hospitals as Iraq aims to expand healthcare infrastructure

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani has launched the construction of five hospitals as part of a nationwide effort to modernize the healthcare system. The initiative, which includes 16 hospitals across 11 provinces, aims to expand healthcare services in districts and subdistricts, easing pressure on major hospitals.

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KRG announces completion of building $43M hospital in Duhok’s Deraluk

"The $43 million facility, established under the Ninth Cabinet, is set to provide essential healthcare services to over 250,000 residents in the region,” read a statement by the KRG.

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Iraq to open new tumor treatment center, launch expanded cancer prevention efforts

Iraqi Minister of Health Saleh al-Hasnawi announced the imminent opening of a new center for treatment of tumors as part of a national plan to enhance specialized healthcare.

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Pharmacists surge: Proportion of graduate pharmacists 16 times population growth

With massive cultural demand for medical degrees, Iraq is stuck with more doctors and medical degree holders than it needs.

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Iraqi Medical Union warns against HIV transmissions

Iraqi health officials warn of HIV risks from unlicensed beauty centers and tattoo parlors, stressing regulation and stigma reduction.

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Iraq's healthcare system; drowning in flood, struggling for reconstruction

Corruption, unmet promises, stagnation and weak infrastructure erode Iraq's healthcare system, pushing citizens to seek medical care abroad.

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