Healthcare in Iran

COVID-19 Outbreak in Iran: Death Toll Surpasses 7,500

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 57 more patients have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall fatalities to 7,508.

Iran Reports Lowest Daily Increase in COVID-19 Fatalities Since Lockdown

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says only 34 people have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, the lowest number of daily fatalities in 80 days.

COVID-19 in Iran: Total Number of Cases Exceeds 135,000

Iran’s Health Ministry spokesman has confirmed 2,180 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus, increasing the total number of cases to 135,701.

Iran, Turkey Move to Reopen Land, Air Borders

The presidents of Iran and Turkey have discussed plans to reopen the land and air borders between the two neighbours and restart trade exchanges in compliance with the health protocols.

104,000 COVID-19 Patients Discharged from Iran Hospitals after Full Recovery

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 104,072 COVID-19 patients have so far recovered from the disease and been discharged from the hospital.

Iran to Reopen Holy Shrines Nationwide despite COVID-19 Pandemic

The Iranian president says holy sites across the nation will reopen the day after the Eid al-Fitr, but the health protocols should be observed as before in order to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Iran Exports Homegrown Titanium Implants to Four Countries

An Iranian knowledge-based company has managed to export its domestically-made titanium implants to four countries across the world.

Iran’s COVID-19 Death Toll Rises to 7,300: Ministry

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 51 patients have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall fatalities to 7,300.

Over 100,000 Recover from COVID-19 in Iran

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 100,564 COVID-19 patients have so far recovered from the disease and been discharged from the hospital.

Iran Confirms 2,346 New Cases of COVID-19 Infection

Iran’s Health Ministry spokesman has confirmed 2,346 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus, increasing the total number of cases to 126,949.

Dead Woman Wakes Up in Mortuary in Iran

A 42-year-old Iranian woman whose heart stopped following a cardiac arrest has come back from the dead after 18 hours.

Over 97,000 Recover from COVID-19 in Iran

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 97,173 COVID-19 patients have so far recovered from the disease and been discharged from the hospital.

Iran Reopens Outdoor Centres of Recreation as Coronavirus Peters Out

Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts, and Tourism Ali-Asghar Mounesan has ordered the reopening of open-air recreational centres, parks and mountaineering sites in compliance with the health protocols as the coronavirus outbreak is gradually being brought under control.

Iran’s COVID-19 Death Toll Surpasses 7,000

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 69 patients have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the overall fatalities to 7,057.

Over 120,000 Infected with Coronavirus in Iran: Ministry

Iran's Health Ministry has confirmed 1,806 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus, raising the total number of cases to 120,198.

Iran Unveils Advanced Protective Suit for Medical Staff

Iran has unveiled what it calls its “most advanced” protective suit for the medical personnel fighting against the novel coronavirus.

Afghanistan Lauds COVID-19 Medical Care for Nationals in Iran

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan has expressed gratitude to the Islamic Republic for providing humanitarian support and medical services for the Afghan nationals residing in Iran amid the outbreak of coronavirus epidemic, says an Iranian official.   

Iranian Artists Design Masks to Praise Nurses’ Efforts in COVID-19 Fight

Artists in the Iranian city of Isfahan have designed special protective masks to appreciate the efforts of the medical staff of the country amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Iran Records Lowest COVID-19 Daily Death Toll in 70 Days

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says only 35 people have died of the novel coronavirus in the past 24 hours, the lowest number of daily fatalities in 70 days.

Eid al-Fitr Prayers to Be Held Nationwide at End of Ramadan: Iran

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the Eid al-Fitr congregational prayers will be held nationwide on the last day of the holy month of Ramadan.

Iran Confirms over 2,100 New Cases of COVID-19 Infection

Iran’s Health Ministry spokesman has confirmed 2,102 new cases of infection with the novel coronavirus, increasing the total number of cases to 116,635.

Over 90,000 Iranians Recover from COVID-19

Iran's Health Ministry spokesman says 90,539 patients have so far recovered from the COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.

Iran’s Coronavirus Infections Surge Again

Iran's Health Ministry has confirmed 1,958 new cases of COVID-19 infection in 24 hours, showing a resurgence of cases.

Iran Bans Import of Medical Items Obtainable at Home

The caretaker of Iran's Ministry of Industry, Mine and Trade has imposed a ban on the import of the medical supplies that are produced domestically.

Anti-Iran Bias Debunked after ‘Successful’ Handling of Corona Crisis: Rouhani

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says the country’s "success" in tackling the novel coronavirus epidemic and handling of the situation under the foreign sanctions have disproved what he called "wrong" and "biased" judgments about the Iranian government and nation.

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