Zahedan University of Medical Sciences

In Pictures: The Zahedan University of Medical Sciences Vice Chancellor for Health representing Islamic Republic of Iran in the 2nd Annual Global Forum of Malaria-Eliminating Countries, 11-13 June 2018, San Jose, Costa Rica

In Pictures: The Zahedan University of Medical Sciences Vice Chancellor for Health representing Islamic Republic of Iran in the 2nd Annual Global Forum of Malaria-Eliminating Countries, 11-13 June 2018, San Jose, Costa Rica

Chancellors Monthly Note We were blessed with the arrival of the holy month of Ramadhan in the final days of Ordibehest 1397(Iranian calendar)- 3rd week of May 2018. First and foremost I deem it necessary to thank Allah, the Merciful who made Ramadhan, the month of mercy, a sign of his compassion. Regretfully in the midst of era of technology we witness social misconduct such as telling lie, gossiping, slandering, and tarnishing other’s reputation, we need to follow the teachings of Islam and the manner of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and infallible Imams(S) and take spiritual benefits from the holy month of Ramadan.

Chancellors Monthly Note We were blessed with the arrival of the holy month of Ramadhan in the final days of Ordibehest 1397(Iranian calendar)- 3rd week of May 2018. First and foremost I deem it necessary to thank Allah, the Merciful who made Ramadhan, the month of mercy, a sign of his compassion. Regretfully in the midst of era of technology we witness social misconduct such as telling lie, gossiping, slandering, and tarnishing other’s reputation, we need to follow the teachings of Islam and the manner of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and infallible Imams(S) and take spiritual benefits from the holy month of Ramadan.

Arbor Day (or Arbour; from the Latin arbor, meaning tree) is a social event in which individuals and groups are encouraged to plant trees. The first American Arbor Day was originated in Nebraska City, Nebraska, U.S., by J. Sterling Morton. On April 10, 1872, an estimated one million trees were planted in Nebraska. Today, many countries observe such a national event. Though usually observed in the spring, the date varies, depending on climate and suitable planting season.

Arbor Day (or Arbour; from the Latin arbor, meaning tree) is a social event in which individuals and groups are encouraged to plant trees. The first American Arbor Day was originated in Nebraska City, Nebraska, U.S., by J. Sterling Morton. On April 10, 1872, an estimated one million trees were planted in Nebraska. Today, many countries observe such a national event. Though usually observed in the spring, the date varies, depending on climate and suitable planting season.

Topics to be debated: 1. Taxation is a powerful tobacco control tool. Stepped up government tax action is needed to curb tobacco epidemic 2. Movies hook millions of young people on tobacco. Films showing smoking scenes should be rated to protect children from tobacco addiction

Zahedan University of Medical Sciences with support from Iran’s Ministry of Health launched a one week oral polio vaccination campaign in February 2018, targeting 260303 children under 5 years of age in 8 districts covered by ZAUMS PHC network. This target population included a total of 20787 non-Iranian children under 5 years of age.

Malaria has long been a health problem in Sistan and Balouchestan (1). Despite socio economic development and very low incidence of malaria cases in other parts of the country, malaria is still a health challenge in Sistan and Baluchestan.Sistan and Balouchestan province accounts for 60 to 80 percent of total cases of malaria in Iran. Furthermore, more than 80% of local transmission has been reported in this province (2). Except for the years 1995, 2003, 2007 and 2008, there has been a decrease in malaria rate in the province in recent years. In such a way that malaria Annual Parasite Incidence (API) has decreased from 36.9 in 1991 to 0.09 to 2016, respectively.

Commercializing and transforming knowledge into technology is our most important goal of holding scientific and research congresses. The chancellor of Zahedan University of Medical Sciences said: "It is necessary to direct scientific research on the application and resolution of health problems.