Healthcare

Taking Simple Steps Can Cut Odds of Getting Cancer

Cancer accounts for 13% of mortalities worldwide and its treatment in malignant cases, especially in developing countries, is hard and costly. But simple steps can cut the odds of developing various types of cancer.

Inexpensive Surgery Can Turn Iran into Organ Transplant Hub

The low cost of organ transplantation in Iran and the trust foreign patients have in Iranian medical services have turned Iran into the top country in the West Asia and North Africa in the transplantation of the brain-dead's organs.

Iran Meets 97% of Domestic Need for Medicines Locally: Official

Iran meets almost all the domestic need for medicines locally, and plans could be set in motion to further develop domestic production of drugs, an official said.

Iranian Researcher Declares War against Cancer

An Iranian researcher with no relevant educational background has raised the hopes of those suffering from cancer by developing three new medicines to cure various types of the deadly disease.

Iran, Russia Start Joint Production of Robot Surgeons

Iran and Russia have officially started the joint production of the surgical robot named Sina based on an agreement signed in Moscow.

Iran Hails M8 Alliance’s Adoption of World Health Summit Resolution

Iran has lauded as a “success” the M8 Alliance’s adoption of the Resolution of the 7th World Health Summit Regional Meeting held Kish Island.

Iranian Researchers Develop Wound Dressing from Amniotic Membrane

A group of Iranian researchers have produced biological dressings from the amniotic membrane for skin wounds.

Iranian Doctor Visits All His Patients Almost for Free

A benevolent Iranian physician in the town of Meybod in central Yazd province has become a very popular doctor as he charges his patients a very low medical examination fee.

US Sanctions Threatening Life of Patients, Iranian Medical Academy Warns

Head of Iran’s Academy of Medical Sciences has denounced the “barbaric and illegal” US sanctions against the Islamic Republic’s health sector, saying the Iranian patients are suffering from the sanctions while the self-proclaimed champions of human rights have remained silent.

Laughter Therapy Becoming All the Rage in Iran

Laughter has long been believed to be the best medicine for all diseases, and is said to be a major contributor to the proper functioning of the human body.

US Sanctions Hamper Chemical Victims’ Access to Medicine: Iran

Iran has urged the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons to find a solution to help Iranian victims of chemical attacks regain their access to medicine, which has been hampered by the US sanctions.

‘Cosmetic Surgery More Widespread among Uncultured Women’

A research study carried out in Iran, which is globally known as a hub of cosmetic surgeries, has revealed that women who have such surgeries enjoy fewer cultural assets.

Iran to Export Homegrown Medicines from Turkey to 20 Countries

An official from Iran’s Vice Presidency for Science and Technology says with the efforts of a domestic knowledge-based company, Iranian-made pharmaceuticals will be exported to 20 countries.

7 Best Skincare Tips for Everyone

What are the best skincare methodologies out there for everyone? Many people will tell you different stories about how this method or products worked on them or how they did some magic to make their face eczema-free.

New Capsule Developed to Increase Longevity, Vigour

A group of Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company have managed to develop capsules that increase longevity and strengthen the general vigour of the body.

Iranian Physician Sings to Patients to Make Them Happy

An Iranian physician boosts his patients’ morale by singing songs for them, a video of which has gone viral on the social media in recent weeks.

Newly-Developed Cream Can Remove Skin Cracks

A group of Iranian researchers have used plant extracts to produce a cream for removing skin cracks and scars.

Iran Exporting Orthopedic Products to Europe, Asia

Researchers at a knowledge-based company in Iran have designed and developed orthopedic products that can cure different types of bone cracks, hitting Asian and European markets despite the US sanctions.

Researchers Offer New Methods to Diagnose Rare Diseases

A group of Iranian scientists have managed to offer new ways to diagnose some rare genetic diseases, said Mostafa Motallebi, Head of the National Institute of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (NIGEB).

Iranian Scientists Invent Pain Relief Kit for Joint Diseases

A group of Iranian researchers have produced a type of pain relief and tissue repair kit for those suffering from joint diseases.

Iran Implementing Plan to Promote Refugees’ Health

Iran’s Health Ministry and the Immigrants Department of the country’s Interior Ministry have signed a memorandum of understanding on the assessment and promotion of the health of refugees and foreign immigrants, with a focus on fight against tuberculosis, AIDS, and Malaria.

Iran Becomes Third Largest Producer of Orthokine PRP Kits

Orthokine therapy, a form of injection therapy which harnesses and enhances the body's natural defence mechanisms against inflammation to reduce pain and improve function, is no longer considered a luxurious therapy in Iran anymore.

US Economic Terror Threatening Iranian Children with EB

Iranian children suffering from epidermolysis bullosa (EB) are seriously suffering due to a shortage of wound dressings as a result of sanctions imposed by the US against Tehran.

New Ointment Developed to Soothe Knee Arthritis Pains

A group of Iranian researchers have developed an herbal medicine that helps quiet the pain caused by knees arthritis.

Iranian Firm Develops Herbal Antibiotics for Humans, Livestock

An Iranian knowledge-based company has successfully developed herbal antibiotics, in the forms of ointments and sprays, for both humans and livestock, and is now looking forward to expand its range of products with support from the country’s Innovation and Prosperity Fund.

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