Iran Medical Achievements
The latest news and views about Iran’s medical achievements
Iranian-Made Neuronavigation System Enters Service
Neurosurgeons in Iran are using a modern locally-developed neuronavigation system which measures up to international standards.
Iran Produces Disposable Teaspoon with Probiotic Features
Iranian researchers have produced a new type of disposable teaspoons with probiotic properties as part of their project to promote the quality of Iranian herbal tea.
Iran Hosts First Int’l Live Brain Surgery Seminar
Iran has displayed for the first time its medical capabilities in an international brain surgery seminar held in the southern city of Shiraz.
Turkey, Mexico, Pakistan Keen to Import Iranian Vaccines
Several countries have voiced their willingness to purchase Iranian-made vaccines, says former head of Iran Pasteur Institute, Mostafa Qanei.
Production of Cancer Prevention Syrup Begins in Central Iran
An Iranian researcher says the production of a cancer prevention drug titled ‘Odorata syrup’ has begun in the central Iranian province of Isfahan.
Iranian MP Lauds Sharp Decrease in Pharmaceutical Imports
An Iranian MP has praised a 25-percent decrease in imports of pharmaceuticals to Iran, saying the country should focus on expanding the export of its homegrown medicine by using the expertise of its elites.
Iran Ranks among Top States in Science, Disaster Response: Report
A report shows that the Islamic Republic of Iran ranks among the world’s top countries in giving emergency and organized response to natural disasters as well as in terms of achieving substantial progress in different disciplines, sciences and sectors.
Iran Unveils World’s First Herbal Medicine for Alzheimer’s Disease
Iranian researchers and scientists have put on display the world’s first ever herbal medicine to cure Alzheimer’s or stop it from progressing through alleviating its symptoms such as memory loss and confusion.
Baby Born in Iran from Embryo Frozen for 14 Years
A child has been born in an Iranian hospital after 14 years of cryopreservation, the process of preserving an embryo at sub-zero temperatures.
Iranian MP Criticizes Import of Expensive Blood-Based Drugs
An Iranian lawmaker slammed the country’s failure to launch a blood refinery, saying Iran should not import expensive blood-based drugs while it is capable to produce them.
492,000 Kids in Deprived Iranian Province to Be Vaccinated against Polio
Under a vaccination program that began on January 14, 492,000 children under five years of age will be vaccinated against polio in Iran’s southeastern Sistan and Balouchestan Province.
Iran’s Medical Tourism Revenues Have Doubled in Past Year
Iran’s revenues from medical tourism have seen a more than two-fold increase over the past 12 months, an Iranian official noted.
Iran and Azerbaijan to Launch Joint Pharmaceutical Plant
Iran and Azerbaijan will establish a joint pharmaceutical plant in a ceremony due to be held on Monday.
Iran Making $3m Investment in Production of Haemophilia Drug
A knowledge-based project to produce the drugs required by haemophilic patients is underway thanks to the 3-million-dollar funds provided by Astan Quds Razavi.
Patients to Receive Injection from Distance
Iranian researchers at Gilan University of Medical Sciences have developed a device that can provide patients with injections from distance.
2 New Pharmaceutical Products Produced per Month under Rouhani’s Tenure
Iranian Health Minister Seyyed Hassan Qazizadeh Hashemi announced that the country has managed to produce two new drugs each month under the tenure of President Hassan Rouhani despite all problems and deficiencies.
Cancer specialty center opens in northeastern Iran
The specialty center aim to help with early diagnosis of cancer and promote the quality of the patients' lives.
Iranian scientists build biological nano-sensor for early cancer diagnosis
The new cancer-diagnosis sensor developed by Haniyeh Fayazfar is simple, inexpensive and highly sensitive.
Iran develops smart surgical drill
Iranian researcher Peyman Dehqani develops a smart surgical drill that helps prevent the side-effects of knee and hip joint replacement surgeries.
Iranian researcher develop cancer-resistant nanoparticles
A Mashhad University of Medical Sciences research group had developed a component which would be effective in treating cancer.
Iran self-sufficient in production of radiopharmaceuticals
Research Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) has developed radiopharmaceuticals in collaboration with President’s science and technology deputy.
Iranian Researchers Produce New Anti-Cancer Drug from Turmeric
Iranian researchers from Tarbiat Modarres University produced a new drug capable of detecting and removing cancer cells using turmeric.