Healthcare in Iran

Iran Launches ‘Helping Hand’ Campaign for Coronavirus Battle

The spokesperson for the Iranian Taskforce on Combatting Novel Coronavirus has called on people to join the nationwide “helping hand” campaign to assist the Red Crescent Society in the fight against the COVID-19 epidemic, particularly in the underprivileged areas.

Iran Produces Fever Screening Cameras

Iran has developed the technical know-how to manufacture thermal cameras for fever screening systems inside the county.

Official Says Iran Will Survive COVID-19 Crisis

Spokesman for the Iranian Taskforce on Combatting Novel Coronavirus Ali Rabiei says the country has got out of “the primary coronavirus shock” and will finally survive the crisis.

Iran’s Daily Mask Production Capacity to Reach 300,000 by Weekend 

Iran’s Vice President for Science and Technology Sorena Sattari says by investing in the production of masks, the production of the much-needed protective facility would reach 300,000 a day.

Spokesman Outlines Foreign Ministry’s Moves in Coronavirus Fight

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran Seyyed Abbas Mousavi has expounded on the latest measures taken by the ministry in close cooperation and coordination with the Health Ministry in order to minimize the adverse effects of the coronavirus epidemic.

Iran’s Emergency Chief Tests Positive for Coronavirus

The head of Iran’s Emergency Services Organisation Pir-Hossein Kolivand is infected with the novel coronavirus and his test result has been positive, says the Organization’s spokesman.

Iran Confirms 835 New Cases of Coronavirus, 11 More Deaths

Iran's Health Ministry has confirmed 835 new cases of the novel coronavirus, including 11 new deaths.

Ayatollah Khamenei Urges Close Cooperation with Health Ministry in Battle with COVID-19

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has advised the whole Iranian organizations to work in close cooperation with the Health Ministry in the fight against the novel coronavirus epidemic.

Iranians Roll up Sleeves to Help Contain Coronavirus Outbreak

People from all walks of life have gone into action to help disinfect deprived areas as part of efforts to contain the coronavirus outbreak in Iran.

Iranian, Iraqi FMs Discuss Coronavirus Outbreak

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held a phone conversation with his Iraqi counterpart.

No Evidence Iran Covering Up Severity of Coronavirus Crisis: WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) says the mechanisms it uses to monitor the performance of various countries in relation to their handling of the coronavirus epidemic do not show any cover-up by the Iranian government with regard to Iran’s virus crisis.

100,000 Coronavirus Test Kits Shipped to Iran by WHO

Iran has received a consignment of medical equipment provided by the World Health Organization (WHO), including 100,000 novel coronavirus diagnostic test kits.

Coronavirus Death Toll in Iran Reaches 66

The number of confirmed cases of the new corona-virus in Iran has reached 1,501, including 66 deaths.

Iran Second Only to China in Terms of Coronavirus Recovery

Global statistics indicate that Iran ranks second in the world, after China, in terms of the number of people recovered from the novel coronavirus.

Fasting Could Boost Immune System, Fight Coronavirus: Expert

An Iranian traditional medicine expert says “medical fasting” could help reduce the chance of coronavirus infection by boosting the body’s immune system.

Iranian Artist Releases Work on How to Fight Coronavirus

Prominent Iranian designer Hamid Bahrami has released a work in which he illustrates the ways to prevent the COVID-19 disease.

One More Iranian Official Dies of COVID-19

Seyyed Mohammad Mirmohammadi, a member of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Expediency Discernment Council, has died of the novel Coronavirus.

COVID-19 Outbreak: Death Toll in Iran Rises to 54

The death toll from the novel coronavirus epidemic in Iran has risen to 54 on Sunday, a Health Ministry official said, noting that the total number of confirmed cases of infection has reached 978.

China Donates Aid Package to Iran’s Red Crescent in Face of Coronavirus Outbreak

China’s Red Cross has donated a batch of coronavirus kits to Iranian Red Crescent Society to help prevent and control the spread of the disease in Iran.

Iranian Scientists Produce World-Class Coronavirus Kits

Researchers at a knowledge-based company based in Iran’s Lorestan province have succeeded in developing coronavirus detection kit.

Iranian Firm to Produce 90 Tonnes of Disinfectants Each Day to Counter Coronavirus

The CEO of a major hygienic products company in Tehran says the company is ready to produce 90 tonnes of disinfectant gel and liquid daily to fight against coronavirus.

Three Army Hospitals in Tehran Dedicated to Coronavirus Patients

Deputy Head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army for Coordination Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari says three of the army’s hospitals have been dedicated to coronavirus patients.

IRGC Vows Unwavering Support in War against Coronavirus

The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) gave an assurance on Sunday that its forces will keep providing whatever assistance necessary to contain the novel coronavirus in Iran until the situation returns to normal.

300,000 Teams to Go Door to Door to Find Iranian People with Coronavirus

Iran’s health minister says 300,000 health teams will go to every home across Iran to identify people with coronavirus and refer them to medical centres.

Visiting Patients at Iran Hospitals Banned amid COVID-19 Outbreak

Iran's Health Ministry says people will not be allowed to visit their patients at hospitals across the country until further notice in order to contain the spread of coronavirus.

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