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In Support of the Educational Process: Al-Sadiq Al-Ameen Intellectual Division o...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine20 Sept 2026
On an Area of 56 Dunams: Construction Work Continues on the Al-Thaqalayn Technic...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine20 Sept 2026
With an 80% Completion Rate, the Engineering and Technical Projects Department a...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine20 Sept 2026
For the first time in Iraq, the Ministry of Health and Sayyida Khadija Al-Kubra...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine19 Sept 2026More stories
One Is the First of Its Kind in Iraq: Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Continues Constru...Engineering and technical crews in the Engineering and Technical Projects Department at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine are continuing the execution of a general hospital and an educational simulation hospital project affiliated with the College of Medicine at Warith Al-Anbiyaa University, designed and built according to modern specifications aligning with international standards for healthcare institutions and medical education. The project manager, Engineer Mustafa Malik Jaleel, said in an interview with the official website that "the project is being constructed on a land area of 4,400 square meters, alongside designated areas for landscaping, vehicle parking, and dedicated access roads surrounding the hospital from all sides, while the building itself consists of a ground floor and six upper floors." He added that "the project combines a general hospital encompassing various medical specialties with an educational simulation hospital dedicated to the College of Medicine at Warith Al-Anbiyaa University, providing an advanced environment for practical medical training and education." He explained that "the project is being executed in accordance with the highest standards adopted i…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine19 Sept 2026
Aiming to provide a safe educational environment, the Maintenance Department at...Under the directives of the Representative of the Supreme Religious Authority, Sheikh Abdul-Mahdi Al-Karbalai, and the Secretary-General of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, Mr. Hassan Rashid Jawad Al-Abayachi, the department's technical and engineering staff carried out a series of service and enhancement projects at the kindergarten. According to a statement from the Maintenance Department obtained by the official website, "The completed works included laying 400 square meters of interlocking paving stones and 250 square meters of tartan flooring, in addition to installing shock-absorbent padding for child safety, fitting plastic glass, and performing painting and maintenance across several facility areas." The department added that "these efforts fall within the framework of service initiatives undertaken by the General Secretariat of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine across various schools, institutions, and government departments in Holy Karbala, with the goal of fostering a safe, suitable environment for children and enhancing the educational landscape." It further explained that "the initiative also serves to strengthen cooperation and coordination with governmental bodies, particul…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine19 Sept 2026
Spanning 14 Donums: Expansion Projects Department at Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Co...Engineering and technical crews in the Expansion Projects Department at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine have commenced construction on the first building of the Medical Staff Housing Project, aimed at supporting the health sector and providing a suitable residential environment for medical and nursing personnel. In a statement obtained by the official website, the department stated that "the project covers a total area of 14 donums and includes the construction of 8 residential buildings, each standing 8 stories high, with a total built-up area reaching 60,800 square meters." It added that "the structural design of the project adheres to modern standards, where the construction footprint on the site does not exceed 40%, while the remaining area is dedicated to services and green spaces, accounting for no less than 25% of the project's total area." The department further clarified that "ongoing work at the site of the first building includes constructing and reinforcing fundamental piles, pouring lean concrete, and curing the concrete slab with water spraying," noting that "execution phases are subject to continuous technical and engineering supervision to ensure accurate implementati…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine19 Sept 2026
To rehabilitate patients with neuromuscular disorders using the latest technolog...Al-Hadi Neuromuscular Center, affiliated with the General Secretariat of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, opened a respiratory physical therapy unit within its rehabilitation department. The unit utilizes the latest specialized rehabilitation techniques and methods based on modern scientific research to help patients improve their breathing quality and daily life. The supervisor of the rehabilitation department at the center, Salim Samuel Ghatas, stated in a statement obtained by the (Official Website) that "Al-Hadi Neuromuscular Center at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine opened this qualitative and new unit to serve as a pivotal addition to the center's rehabilitation services. It relies on the latest equipment and programs reached by scientific research, thereby keeping pace with patients' expectations and health needs." He explained that "the opening of the unit came in response to the growing and urgent demand from patients and their families, and due to the scarcity of this specialty in other health centers, or its limitation in some places to old, traditional methods that do not meet the modern requirements of advanced medical care." He added that "the unit primarily targets patien…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine16 Sept 2026
Tomorrow with a 50% Discount: Imam Hussain Medical Complex Belonging to the Ima...The Imam Hussain Specialized Medical Complex, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, announced a 50% reduction in medical examination fees on the occasion of the anniversary of the martyrdom of Sayyida Fatima Al-Zahraa (peace be upon her), on Thursday, September 17, 2026. The director of the complex, Dr. Alaa Abdul Rahman Habib, said in an interview with the (Official Website) that "the discount includes consultation fees in internal medicine clinics, the gynecology and prenatal care clinic, and therapeutic nutrition, among a number of specialized clinics and doctors." He explained that "the initiative covers the internal medicine clinic consultations, as well as the gynecology and prenatal care clinic, therapeutic nutrition, in addition to the pediatric clinic." This initiative comes as part of the complex's keenness to provide medical services and enhance health support for visitors and patients, coinciding with the anniversary of the martyrdom of Sayyida Fatima Al-Zahraa (peace be upon her).Imam Hussain Holy Shrine16 Sept 2026
In the Presence of the Secretary-General: Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Signs Agreeme...In the presence of the Secretary-General of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, Mr. Hassan Rashid Jawad Al-Abaichi, a cooperation agreement was signed with Rasheed Bank and Qi Card company to provide financial facilities for patients and visitors of its health institutions, contributing to alleviating the burdens on citizens. The General Supervisor of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Hospitals, Dr. Sabah Al-Musawi, stated in an interview with the (Official Website) that "this initiative came with the support of the representative of the Supreme Religious Authority, Sheikh Abdul-Mahdi Al-Karbalai, and the Secretary-General of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, Mr. Hassan Rashid Jawad Al-Abaichi, with the aim of supporting patients and visitors and considering the financial circumstances faced by citizens, especially those with limited income." He explained that "the agreement allows patients to undergo medical surgeries in installments through flexible monthly payments, without any increase, addition, interest, rates, or profits on surgery prices," noting that "surgeries will be performed according to currently approved prices, alongside providing facilities in the payment mechanism." He added th…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine16 Sept 2026
Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Hosts Meeting of the Secretaries of the Holy Shrines in...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine16 Sept 2026
Secretary-General of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine: The Holy Shrines’ Secretaries...The Secretary-General of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, Mr. Hassan Rashid Jawad Al-Abaichi, emphasized that serving pilgrims represents a fundamental pillar in the work of the holy shrines through providing security and service requirements. This statement came during the convening of the special meeting of the secretaries of the holy shrines, held at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine. Speaking to the (Official Website), the Secretary-General stated that "the gathering represents an important space for exchanging visions and experiences, as well as strengthening the bonds of cooperation and mutual support among the holy shrines." He explained that "the meeting addressed a group of topics related to the work and services provided at the holy shrines, in addition to discussing necessary requirements that contribute to supporting activities, events, and festivals." He pointed out that "serving pilgrims represents a fundamental pillar in the work of the holy shrines through providing security and service requirements, including cleanliness, catering, and all other services needed by the pilgrim."Imam Hussain Holy Shrine16 Sept 2026
To Strengthen Cooperation and Elevate Service Standards for Pilgrims: Imam Hussa...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine16 Sept 2026
In support of diabetic patients... Al-Thaqilayn Cancer Hospital, affiliated with...University of Al-Subtain for Medical Sciences, affiliated with Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, commemorates World Physical Therapy Day. Imam Hussain Holy Shrine and Ministry of Health Sign Cooperation Protocol to Deliver Healthcare Services at Sayyida Khadija Al-Kubra Hospital in KarbalaImam Hussain Holy Shrine15 Sept 2026
Al-Sibtayn Academy for Autism and Developmental Disorders, affiliated with the I...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine15 Sept 2026
Imam Hussain Holy Shrine and Ministry of Health Sign Cooperation Protocol to Del...The Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has announced the signing of a cooperation protocol with the Public Health Directorate of the Iraqi Ministry of Health, aimed at implementing an integrated program to deliver primary and secondary healthcare services at Sayyida Khadija Al-Kubra Specialized Hospital for Women The General Supervisor of Hospitals at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, Dr. Sabah al-Musawi, stated in an interview with the official website that "under the direct guidance of the Representative of the Supreme Religious Authority, Sheikh Abdul-Mahdi al-Karbalai, a cooperation protocol was signed with the Public Health Directorate at the Ministry of Health, with the aim of implementing an integrated program to provide primary and secondary healthcare services at Sayyida Khadija Al-Kubra Specialized Hospital for Women He clarified that "the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine works in cooperation with the Ministry of Health, and with the support of the Minister of Health, to provide integrated health services across its healthcare institutions," noting that "the signing of the protocol took place in the presence of the Director General of Public Health at the Ministry of Health, Prof. Dr. Riyadh…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine15 Sept 2026
University of Al-Subtain for Medical Sciences, affiliated with Imam Hussain Holy...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine14 Sept 2026
Serving the People of Karbala with the Latest International Specifications: Stra...The Strategic Projects Department at Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has announced the ongoing progress of paving work on one of the main streets in Al-Binaa Al-Jahiz district of Holy Karbala governorate. Featuring a width of 30 meters, the project forms part of continuous efforts to develop infrastructure and enhance the quality of local services. In a statement received by the Official Website, the department stated that "the project encompasses the construction of a dual-carriageway road for two-way traffic, as well as the creation of modern water fountains and green spaces planted with trees, helping to impart a civilized and aesthetic character to the area." The statement added that "the project's work is being executed in line with approved architectural requirements and an advanced structural design, alongside laying sub-base layers according to technical specifications and pouring a 25 cm thick concrete layer beneath the asphalt layers to guarantee the road's durability and sustainability." It further explained that "the project falls within the plans of Imam Hussain Holy Shrine aimed at contributing to the infrastructure development of the Holy City of Karbala and upgrading its…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine13 Sept 2026
Affiliated with Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, University of Al-Subtain for Medical S...In cooperation with the Al-Baqi' Foundation, Imam Hussain Holy Shrine honours the distinguished students of the religious courses. In the presence of the Deputy Secretary-General, Imam Hussain Holy Shrine concludes the summer mental arithmetic (Soroban) courses.Imam Hussain Holy Shrine13 Sept 2026
In Samawah: Engineering Projects Department at Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Announce...The Engineering and Technical Projects Department at Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has announced that work on the Warith Al-Anbiyaa Hospital project in Muthanna Governorate is progressing at an accelerated pace. The aim is to complete the project within the designated timeframe, thereby supporting the healthcare sector and providing advanced medical services to the residents of the governorate. In a statement obtained by the Official Website, the department stated that "work on the hospital project is continuing at an increasing momentum to ensure its completion on time, given its vital role in serving a broad segment of patients amid the shortage of medical services faced by many regions across Iraq." The statement added that "the hospital is being constructed on an area of 2,500 m², comprising 7 floors with a capacity of 150 beds. It will house several medical specialties, including oncology, nephrology, internal medicine, cardiology, and wound care departments." It further noted that "the project is being executed in accordance with international specifications, enhancing the level of medical services provided and forming a significant addition to the state of healthcare services in…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine13 Sept 2026
In the presence of the Deputy Secretary-General, Imam Hussain Holy Shrine conclu...Affiliated with Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, University of Al-Subtain for Medical Sciences hosts its Scientific Conference on Physical Therapy. Serving the People of Karbala with the Latest International Specifications: Strategic Projects Department at Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Continues Paving Major StreetImam Hussain Holy Shrine13 Sept 2026Articles are republished with credit to their publishers, who retain all rights. Every story links back to the original reporting.