Zahedan University of Medical Sciences

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The World Antibiotic Awareness Week 2017 events kicked off in Zahedan University of Medical Sciences, Zahedan, Iran

The deadliest earthquake of the year struck the Kermanshah province, near the border of Iran and Iraq at 21:18 local timeon November 12.The two cities of Sar PoleZahab and Ghasre Shirin in the province, with a total population of almost 115 thousands, are reported to have suffered considerable damage, with almost 80% of infrastructure destroyed. In some cities running water and electricity are cut off. Many are forced outdoors in the cold weather as so many building have collapsed

On the70th Anniversary of the World Health Organization, an academic Health Olympiad was organized to encourage the medical sciences students studying in different disciplines at the Zahedan University of Medical Sciences to get a grasp of the concepts of "Health For All" and "Universal Health Coverage" and the history of the Irans health system, and the reforms that have taken place in it during the past three decades, including: the establishment of the National Health Network, implementation of the Family Physician Program, and the Health System Transformation Plan.

In pictures: The French Delegation and Central BAFIA authorities visiting Hazrat-e Fateme Safe Delivery Post and Medical Mobile Unit in Zahedan suburban areas

Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by the Plasmodium parasites, which is spread to people through the bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito. According to WHO, about half of the worlds population is at risk of malaria, particularly those in developing countries. The disease infected more than 216 million people in 2016, and killed more than 445000 individuals, and a total of $ 2.7 billion was spent on malaria control activities . However, Malaria is preventable and curable.

Zahedan University of Medical Sciences “Health System over Time” Virtual Exhibition

European Union Delegation and International NGOs visiting Hazrat-e Fateme Safe Delivery Post and Medical Mobile Unit in Zahedan suburban areas

The University of the Third Age (U3A) was first launched in Zahedan University of Medical Sciences in April 2012 as part of the events celebrating the International World Health Day, with the theme of "Ageing and Health."

Cost-effective and Sustainable Larval Source Management Solutions in Urban Setting in Chabahar, Sistan and Baluchestan, Iran: A GEF project report