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152 from Imam Hussain Holy Shrine
Because Your Health Matters to Us: Warith International Foundation, Affiliated w...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine4 Oct 2026
Without Interest or Extra Fees: Sayyida Khadija Al-Kubra Hospital for Women, Aff...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine4 Oct 2026
To Limit Electronic Extortion: Baghdad Family Counseling Center, Affiliated with...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine4 Oct 2026
In Support of Palestine: Representative of Supreme Authority Announces Readiness...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine4 Oct 2026More stories
After 5 Years of Work and the Participation of Over 100 Researchers: Imam Hussai...Without Interest or Extra Fees: Sayyida Khadija Al-Kubra Hospital for Women, Affiliated with Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, Launches Surgery Fee Installment Initiative In Support of Palestine: Representative of Supreme Authority Announces Readiness of Imam Hussain Holy Shrine to Treat Palestinian Patients Free of ChargeImam Hussain Holy Shrine4 Oct 2026
During 9 Months, 16,067 Surgical Operations: Sayyida Zainab Al-Kubra Specialized...Sayyida Zainab Al-Kubra Specialized Ophthalmic Surgical Center announced the statistics of medical and therapeutic services provided to patients from the beginning of the current year until the end of September 2026, in cooperation with Karbala Health Department. Director of the center, Dr. Uday Abdul-Hassan Al-Salami, stated in an interview with the official website that "Sayyida Zainab Al-Kubra Specialized Ophthalmic Surgical Center announced the statistics of medical and therapeutic services provided to patients from the beginning of the current year until the end of September (2026), in cooperation with Karbala Health Department." He explained that "the center continues to provide its specialized medical and therapeutic services to patients," noting that "the statistics included performing (16,067) surgical operations, providing (37,579) medical consultations, as well as conducting (53,599) optical examinations and (46,637) laboratory tests." He added that "these services are provided through specialized medical and nursing cadres," pointing out that "the management of the center continues its efforts in providing specialized medical care to patients, contributing to improving…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine4 Oct 2026
Free of Charge Throughout the Current Month: Sayyida Khadija Al-Kubra Hospital,...Sayyida Khadija Al-Kubra Specialized Hospital for Women, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, has announced the launch of an initiative for the early detection of breast cancer, running throughout the current month. In an interview with the Official Website, the hospital director, Dr. Baidaa Al-Tamimi, stated that "the initiative came under the direct guidance of the representative of the Supreme Religious Authority, Sheikh Abdul-Mahdi Al-Karbalai, and under the sponsorship of the Secretary-General of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, Mr. Hassan Rashid Jawad Al-Abayachi, aimed at enhancing comprehensive healthcare for women and providing early screening services according to the highest medical standards." She explained that "the initiative includes offering free clinical breast examination services to all female visitors, in addition to providing a (50%) discount on comprehensive specialized examinations, which include mammograms, ultrasound, and diagnostic radiography throughout the current month." She added that "this step coincides with World Breast Cancer Awareness Month under the slogan (Together to Fight Breast Cancer), in an effort by the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine to s…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine1 Oct 2026
Four months after the operation, the representative of the Supreme Religious Aut...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine1 Oct 2026
Representative of Supreme Religious Authority: Documenting Crimes Today Preserve...The representative of the Supreme Religious Authority, Sheikh Abdul-Mahdi Al-Karbalai, emphasized that documenting crimes at present represents a race against time, especially while the traces of crimes and events remain evident and can be relied upon to reveal truths and clarify the consequences left behind by deviant ideas and ideologies. His remarks came during his receipt of the first copy of the Encyclopedia of Al-Qaeda and ISIS Terrorism in Iraq, prepared by the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine with the participation of more than (100) academic figures. The representative of the Supreme Religious Authority stated that "the importance of this work lies in documenting facts and safeguarding them from falsification, particularly since many pages of history have suffered from distortion, making the documentation of events, evidence, and traces a necessity to preserve the truth for coming generations." He explained that "documenting crimes at present represents a race against time, especially when the traces of crimes and events are still visible and can be drawn upon to uncover facts and illustrate the outcomes left by deviant thoughts and methodologies," pointing out that "documenting…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine1 Oct 2026
Comprising 50 Volumes and the Efforts of Over 100 Specialists Across 5 Years: Re...Free of Charge Throughout the Current Month: Sayyida Khadija Al-Kubra Hospital, Affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, Launches Breast Cancer Early Detection Initiative Representative of Supreme Religious Authority: Documenting Crimes Today Preserves Truth for Future Generations and Gives Justice to Those Who Defended Faith, Homeland, and PeopleImam Hussain Holy Shrine1 Oct 2026
Utilizing the Latest Technologies... See in Photos: Sayyida Zainab Al-Kubra Spec...In Support of Martyrs’ Children: Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Launches School Supplies Distribution Campaign in Amerli coincide with New Academic Year Free of Charge Throughout the Current Month: Sayyida Khadija Al-Kubra Hospital, Affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, Launches Breast Cancer Early Detection InitiativeImam Hussain Holy Shrine1 Oct 2026
Tomorrow, Thursday: Imam Hussain Medical Complex of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine...Imam Hussain Specialized Medical Complex, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, has announced a discount initiative launching tomorrow, Thursday (October 1), covering a range of medical services and examinations as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare and serve the community. Dr. Ala’a Abdul-Rahman Habib Al-Janabi, Director of the Specialized Medical Complex, stated in an interview with the Official Website that "under the patronage of the Representative of the Supreme Religious Authority, Sheikh Abdul-Mahdi Al-Karbalai, the complex announced the launch of a discount initiative tomorrow, Thursday (October 1), covering several medical services and examinations," noting that "the initiative features a 50% discount." He explained that "the initiative includes price reductions on examinations and services in both internal medicine and gynecology clinics." This initiative aligns with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine's commitment to commemorating religious occasions—particularly the birth and death anniversaries of the Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them)—through humanitarian and service-oriented programs. This approach reflects its ethos of linking spiritual values with co…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine30 Sept 2026
To Enhance Nursing Skills: Warith Academy at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Announ...Warith Academy for Healthcare Leadership, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, has announced the launch of the third training course of the accredited Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN-Iraq) program. Designed to develop nursing personnel in the field of oncology patient care, the program is delivered online to give nursing staff across various Iraqi governorates the opportunity to participate and benefit. In an official statement obtained by the Official Website, the academy noted that "the program kicks off on October 10, 2026, running for 9 weeks with sessions twice weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM." It explained that "trainees will receive an accredited certificate of participation upon successfully completing all training program requirements," adding that "the academy management has opened registration for those interested via the link https://h1.nu/1EqYn, while designating the phone number (07802170357) for inquiries and technical details." Warith Academy for Healthcare Leadership at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine continues to organize these specialized programs to boost the competence of medical and nursing staff in Iraq and support the quality o…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine30 Sept 2026
Affecting 1% of Women: Imam Zain Al-Abidin Hospital of the Imam Hussain Holy Shr...Imam Zain Al-Abidin Hospital, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, has announced the successful diagnosis and surgical treatment of an extremely rare medical condition involving a 20-year-old woman suffering from an ectopic pregnancy that progressed to the 15th week, before being successfully removed via laparoscopic surgery while fully preserving the uterus. Speaking to the Official Website, Dr. Zainab Murtada, Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the hospital, stated that "the patient visited the hospital during her first pregnancy, following a prior diagnosis at another hospital indicating fetal death at 4 months, approximately 10 days before her evaluation here." She added that "thorough examinations and ultrasound scans conducted at the hospital revealed that the uterus was completely empty, alongside the presence of an abnormal mass outside its boundaries." Dr. Murtada explained that "the medical team immediately performed an abdominal laparoscopic procedure to investigate the nature of the mass, revealing the presence of an accessory uterine wall on the outer surface of the uterus, housing a deceased fetus at 4 months of gestational age." She pointed out that…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine30 Sept 2026
To Discuss Preparations for the Millennium of the Hawza of Najaf Al-Ashraf: Repr...Sheikh Abdul-Mahdi Al-Karbalai, Representative of the Supreme Religious Authority, has received Sayyid Isa Al-Kharsan, Secretary-General of the Imam Ali Holy Shrine , to discuss preparations for commemorating the millennium of the Hawza of Najaf Al-Ashraf. The meeting explored the formation of a joint coordination committee comprising representatives from the Holy Shrines, aiming to unify visions and organize activities and events associated with the project. Discussions also touched upon future prospects for the initiative and ways to consolidate the efforts of the Holy Shrines while respecting the distinct nature of each shrine's individual programs. Both sides emphasized the importance of sustained coordination and communication, reflecting the scholarly and historical stature of the Hawza of Najaf Al-Ashraf.Imam Hussain Holy Shrine30 Sept 2026
Covering several governorates... Imam Hussain Holy Shrine launches a humanitaria...An Iraqi Achievement: Scientific Research Co-Authored by Imam Hussain Holy Shrine’s Warith Institution Wins International Galileo Galilei Award for Innovative and Creative Solutions Quality Services... Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Continues Supporting the Blind and Visually Impaired in Al-MuthannaImam Hussain Holy Shrine30 Sept 2026
Quality Services... Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Continues Supporting the Blind and...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine30 Sept 2026
An Iraqi Achievement: Scientific Research Co-Authored by Imam Hussain Holy Shrin...Warith International Cancer Institution, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, has announced a prominent scientific achievement representing Iraq in Valencia, Spain, following the winning of its co-authored research paper of the global Galileo Galilei Award 2025 for Innovative and Creative Solutions as the best paper published during the year in the European Journal of Medical Physics (Physica Medica). In a statement obtained by the (Official Website), the foundation noted that "this achievement took place during the closing activities of the European Congress of Medical Physics held in the Spanish city of Valencia," pointing out that "the research witnessed broad international cooperation with the participation of researchers and specialists from 23 countries around the world." The statement explained that "the winning scientific study aimed to develop a precise and practical method for measuring radiation doses resulting from modern Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT) techniques used during radiotherapy sessions for oncology patients," which must "ensure the highest levels of safety and technological precision in directing therapeutic doses." It added that "the particip…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine28 Sept 2026
Serving the People of Maysan: Strategic Projects Department at Imam Hussain Holy...The Strategic Projects Department at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has announced the continuation of work on the treatment and rehabilitation center project for children with autism spectrum disorder in Maysan Governorate. Speaking to the (Official Website), Project Manager Engineer Ali Abdul Mahdi Abdul Latif stated that the Strategic Projects Department at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine announced the ongoing work on the center for treating and rehabilitating children with autism spectrum disorder in Maysan Governorate. He explained that the project consists of 4 floors and includes a range of therapeutic, educational, rehabilitation, and recreational facilities. The ground floor features an inquiry desk, 5 doctors' offices, a meeting hall, two supervisors' rooms, a swimming pool, a physical therapy hall, an oxygen room, a children's playroom, as well as 6 halls for speech therapy and training children's families, an occupational therapy hall, five elevators, and restroom facilities. He added that the first floor houses a prayer room, two halls for training and guiding children's families, two halls for escorts of persons with disabilities, 11 supervisors' rooms, two speech therapy…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine28 Sept 2026
Opening Horizons for Cooperation: Al-Sibtayn Academy for Autism at the Imam Huss...Al-Sibtayn Academy for Autism and Developmental Disorders, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, welcomed a Danish medical delegation during a visit aimed at reviewing the academy's experience, opening horizons for cooperation, and exchanging expertise in medical and specialized fields. In a statement obtained by the (Official Website), the academy noted that Al-Sibtayn Academy for Autism and Developmental Disorders, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, received a Danish medical delegation in a visit intended to learn about the academy's experience and open avenues for collaboration and knowledge-sharing in medical and specialized domains. The statement added that the visit included gaining insight into the nature of the services provided by the academy to children and individuals with developmental disorders, becoming acquainted with its working mechanisms and adopted therapeutic and rehabilitation programs, as well as discussing ways to foster cooperation and exchange expertise between both sides. This visit comes as part of Al-Sibtayn Academy's ongoing efforts to strengthen its relationships with international medical institutions and experts, leveraging specia…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine28 Sept 2026
Fostering Religious and Social Values: Religious Affairs Department at Imam Huss...Warith al-Anbiyaa Foundation, affiliated with the Religious Affairs Department at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, has inaugurated the Sayyida Zahraa (pbuh) Mosque in the Kigoma region of the Republic of Tanzania, creating a house of worship and cultural beacon to serve the local community and reinforce religious and social values. In a statement obtained by the (Official Website), the foundation noted that the construction of this mosque aims to serve as a beacon of worship and a gathering place for local residents to perform prayers, commemorate religious rites, and strengthen moral and religious values. It will play a pivotal role in offering religious, educational, and cultural programs, thereby contributing to the service of the local community and nurturing future generations on noble principles and values. It explained that the opening ceremony was attended by a large crowd of local residents, who expressed their profound joy and gratitude for the completion of this blessed landmark, praising the generous support and ongoing care provided by those involved in carrying out this project. The statement indicated that attendees expressed their thanks and appreciation to the Genera…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine28 Sept 2026Articles are republished with credit to their publishers, who retain all rights. Every story links back to the original reporting.