Monday, December 22, 2025

Healthcare in Iran

President Lauds Iranians’ Cooperation, Says Religious Sites May Reopen

President Hassan Rouhani has lauded the Iranian people for their glorious cooperation with the health authorities and complying with the health protocols in the fight against coronavirus, and raised the possibility that the religious sites could reopen in conformity with certain instructions.

Iran Says Its COVID-19 Recovery Rate Unmatched in the World

Health Minister Saeid Namaki says Iran has registered a world record regarding the number of patients who recover from the novel coronavirus.

London Mayor Says Iran More Successful Than UK in Battling COVID-19

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has hailed Iran’s endeavor in the containment of the deadly coronavirus pandemic despite Washington’s cruel sanctions, saying Tehran has even been more successful than Britain in this regard.

Over 88,000 Iranians Infected with COVID-19: Health Ministry

Iran's Health Ministry has confirmed 1,399 new cases of COVID-19 infection, increasing the total number of infections to 88,194.

Iran Says Concerted Global Effort Needed to Fight Coronavirus

A senior Iranian official says the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic requires a concerted global effort.

Iran Training Sniffer Dogs to Identify Coronavirus

An Iranian centre for training search and rescue dogs says it is working with the military to train dogs to diagnose COVID-19 disease.

Coronavirus Deaths in Iran Cut by Two-Thirds in 18 Days: Health Minister

Iran’s health minister says the number of COVID-19 deaths in the Islamic Republic has decreased to a third ofwhat it had been 18 days ago.

Coronavirus Updates in Iran: Recovered Cases Exceed 63,000

The latest figures released by the Iranian Health Ministry show that over 63,000 patients have recovered from the novel coronavirus, and been discharged from the hospital.

Iran Able to Export Health Items Needed to Fight COVID-19

The Iranian president says the country is able to export some health items needed to fight the coronavirus.

Some 61,000 Recover from COVID-19 in Iran

The latest figures released by the Iranian Health Ministry show that 60,965 patients have recovered from the novel coronavirus, and been discharged from hospital.

Danger of Isolation Threatening People in Quarantine: Experts

In a world gripped by the coronavirus pandemic, governments are asking people to stay home and some have even made it compulsory for citizens to isolate themselves; however, the quarantine has affected social relations.

Iranian Artists Produce Mask at Hafez Hall of Tehran

A number of Iranian theatre, television and music artists have set up a charity workshop to produce masks at the Hafez Hall of Tehran amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Has Coronavirus Mutated into New Form in Iran?

The head of the Iranian Biotechnology Association says for the first time in the country, Iranian researchers could determine the genome or genetic code of the novel coronavirus.

Situation in Iran Not to Become Normal for Time Being: Official

The Iranian government spokesman has urged people to keep observing health protocols despite the removal of certain restrictions, saying the COVID-19 crisis is here to stay.

‘Iran Has Potential to Turn into Exporter of Vaccines’

Iran has the potential to become an exporter of vaccines if its potentialities in the vaccine industry are utilized, the country’s Vice-Presidency for Science and Technology argues.

Iran’s Death Toll from COVID-19 Surpasses 5,200

Iran's Health Ministry says 91 people have died of coronavirus in the past 24 hours, increasing the total number of fatalities to 5,209.

Iranian Researchers Develop Equipment Vital for Coronavirus Patients

Iranian researchers have developed ventilators as well as equipment to control pressure inside lungs for coronavirus patients.

Favipiravir Efficacy Test Results Still Pending: Iranian Official

Head of the Food and Drug Administration of Iran says the antiviral efficacy of Favipiravir against the novel coronavirus has not been yet verified, as the results of clinical tests are still pending.

Over 57,000 Recover from COVID-19 in Iran

The latest figures released by the Iranian Health Ministry indicate that 57,023 patients have recovered from the novel coronavirus, and been discharged from hospital.

Iran Collecting Plasma of Recovered Patients to Treat Active COVID-19 Infections

Iran has launched a project to collect the plasma of coronavirus patients who have recovered in order to use it for the treatment of individuals infected with the virus.

Places of Worship to Remain Closed in Iran for Now amid COVID-19 Outbreak

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani says mosques and places of worship will remain closed for another two weeks as part of social distancing measures to stem the spread of the coronavirus.

COVID-19 in Iran: Daily Death Toll Continues to Decline

The daily death toll from the novel coronavirus in Iran has dropped for the fifth day in a row.

Social Distancing Slows Pace of COVID-19 Infection in Iran: Rouhani

The Iranian president says the drop in the pace of coronavirus infection in the country is due to citizens’ abidance by the social distancing plan and businesses’ compliance with health protocols.

How Will Middle East Look after Corona?

An Iranian political commentator has weighed in on the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic on the Middle East, especially during the post-corona era.

Iran Praises Artists, Media for Their Contribution to Fight against COVID-19

A senior Iranian official has commended the role played by art and media sectors in the campaign against the COVID-19 outbreak.

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