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Department of Youth Social Development and Rehabilitation at Imam Hussain Holy S...With the Participation of Over 100 Students: The Department of Intellectual and Cultural Affairs at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Concludes Mental Arithmetic Course in Ninawa To Exchange Expertise and Adopt the Latest Technologies: Department of Engineering and Technical Projects at Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Receives Delegation of Chinese CompaniesImam Hussain Holy Shrine12 Sept 2026The Representative of the Supreme Religious Authority Conducts a Field Visit to...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine12 Sept 2026Discover Imam Hussain Holy Shrine’s participation in the Baghdad International B...Including Warith Foundation and Fadak Farm, President of Iraq Visits Key Projects of Imam Hussain Holy Shrine in Karbala Over 8 months: Safeer Al-Imam Hussain Surgical Hospital of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine performs nearly 14,000 surgical proceduresImam Hussain Holy Shrine10 Sept 2026Over 8 months: Safeer Al-Imam Hussain Surgical Hospital of the Imam Hussain Holy...Safeer Al-Imam Hussain (peace be upon him) Surgical Hospital, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, announced the performance of nearly 14,000 various surgical procedures during the first eight months of the current year (2026), as part of its ongoing efforts to provide medical and therapeutic services to citizens from various governorates. The Administrative Director of the hospital, Engineer Abbas Abd Ali, said in an interview with the (Official Website) that "the medical, surgical, nursing, and supporting engineering staff were able to perform nearly 14,000 surgical procedures during the first eight months of the current year," noting that "this achievement came as a result of an integrated work plan and raising the level of readiness to handle the increasing numbers of patients and visitors." He added that "the surgical procedures performed included multiple medical specialties and comprised major, super-major, and special, complex cases, which were conducted according to the latest medical methods and technologies." He explained that "the hospital works to provide an integrated medical environment that contributes to offering the necessary care to patients by equippin…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine10 Sept 2026To Transfer the Latest Treatment Protocols to Iraq: Warith and Al-Mujtaba Hospit...The Health and Medical Education Authority at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine announced the official joining of Warith International Cancer Institute and Al-Mujtaba Hospital for Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation to the global St. Jude Global Alliance, following the signing of a scientific and medical cooperation agreement with the American St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This aims to transfer the latest international treatment protocols in the field of blood cancers and bone marrow transplantation to Iraq. The Health Authority stated in a press release obtained by the (Official Website) that "this partnership comes after 3 years of continuous work and advanced field results achieved by medical staff in attaining high recovery rates," pointing out that "joining the alliance aims to raise the standard of medical services provided to children with cancer inside the country without the need to travel abroad." The statement explained that "the agreement includes adopting direct clinical practice guidelines used at St. Jude Hospital, in addition to exchanging modern treatment protocols and expertise, collaborating on fellowship and continuous medical training programs (Fell…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine10 Sept 20261,250,000 Patient Visits: Lady Khadija Al-Kubra Specialized Hospital for Women A...Lady Khadija Al-Kubra (peace be upon her) Specialized Hospital for Women, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, announced receiving 1,250,000 female patient visits from its opening in 2022 until 2026, in a statistic reflecting the scale of medical and specialized services provided to women from various governorates. The director of the hospital, Dr. Baidaa Ibrahim Al-Tamimi, said in an interview with the (Official Website) that "recording this large number of visitors reflects the level of trust in the medical and specialized services offered by the hospital, as well as the integrated care provided by the medical and nursing staff to women," noting that "the hospital continues to work on delivering the highest standards of healthcare in accordance with modern medical criteria." She added that "the hospital relies on the latest technologies and advanced medical devices across its various departments, which has contributed to providing advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services and accommodating the increasing numbers of visitors." She explained that "the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine continues to support and develop its health institutions, providing a safe and integrated ther…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine10 Sept 2026During His Visit to Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, Secretary-General Receives the Pre...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine9 Sept 2026Serving 1,320 Patients: Al-Mujtaba Hospital at Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Announce...Al-Mujtaba (peace be upon him) Hospital for Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, received 1,320 patients across various age groups, including adults and children, during August 2026, delivering comprehensive medical and therapeutic services in accordance with accredited healthcare standards. The hospital stated in an announcement obtained by the (Official Website) that "all admitted cases underwent a precise care system applying accredited health standards without exception," noting that "the diversity of cases, diagnoses, and treatment plans did not impact the precision of the health protocols followed across various departments." It explained that "procedures begin with strict verification of patient identity to ensure safety, extending to verifying drug safety and dispensing medications according to prescribed dosages, through to applying the highest standards of infection control and prevention within the hospital's facilities." It added that "medical documentation operations and continuous monitoring of treatment stages form an essential part of the hospital's responsibility toward each case," pointing out that "receiving t…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine9 Sept 2026Serving 278 Beneficiaries: Department of Care for Families of Martyrs and Wounde...The Healthcare Unit of the Department of Care for Families of Martyrs and Wounded at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has announced the provision of comprehensive therapeutic and preventive services to 278 beneficiaries during the month of August 2026, as part of its programs aimed at alleviating health and financial burdens on citizens and offering necessary medical care to deserving cases. The department stated in an announcement obtained by the (Official Website) that "the services provided encompassed the families of martyrs and the wounded, as well as underprivileged families, in addition to political prisoners and their families, with various forms of medical care secured for them in health institutions and centers affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine." It added that "the services varied between providing monthly treatments for individuals with chronic diseases, conducting laboratory tests, and securing medical supplies, as well as covering the costs of a number of surgical operations for the beneficiaries." The department emphasized that "these services fall within the framework of the social solidarity approach adopted by the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine and its keenness t…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine9 Sept 2026Aiming to Consolidate Quranic Culture: Engineering Projects Department at Imam H...The Department of Engineering and Technical Projects at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has announced the continuation of work on the Al-Zahraa (peace be upon her) Complex for Quranic Sciences and Institutes, located on the (Baghdad – Karbala) road. The project manager, Engineer Eelaf Imad Haidar, said in an interview with the (Official Website) that "the project is being constructed on a land area of 2,276 m², while the total built-up area of the complex spans approximately 14,972 m², distributed across two main buildings designed in accordance with the latest engineering standards and Islamic architectural identity." He explained that "the first building consists of 11 floors (including a basement, a ground floor, and 10 typical upper floors) over an area of 14,316 m², and includes administrative offices, classrooms, e-learning halls, computer laboratories, and floors designated for accommodation and a prayer room; whereas the second building consists of two floors, with a height of 9 meters per floor over an area of 652 m², and features a modern theater, activity halls, and a central restaurant." He added that "the project, located in (Al-Abbas Neighborhood - Pole 34), also includ…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine9 Sept 2026For the First Time in Southern Iraq: Al-Thaqlayn Cancer Hospital Belonging to Im...In a qualitative medical and diagnostic achievement carried out for the first time in southern Iraq, the Radiology and Medical Imaging Department at Al-Thaqlayn Cancer Hospital, affiliated with the Health and Medical Education Authority at Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, has successfully conducted a Contrast-Enhanced Mammography (CEM) exam for a 39-year-old woman from Dhi Qar Governorate. In an official statement obtained by the (Official Site), the hospital stated that "the patient visited Al-Thaqlayn Cancer Hospital following the appearance of a mass in the (breast) during a mammogram examination; however, precisely locating its position was not possible via ultrasound, while performing a breast magnetic resonance imaging (Breast MRI)—which is typically utilized in such cases—was not feasible based on the decision of her attending physician due to her having previously undergone heart valve replacement surgery." The statement added that "the medical team resorted to the Contrast-Enhanced Mammography (CEM) technique as an advanced and safe diagnostic option for the case, given that the technology relies on injecting a contrast agent followed by specialized breast imaging, helping revea…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine8 Sept 2026In the Presence of Its Young Patients… Imam Al-Hadi Neuromuscular Center , Affil...With the Participation of 2,500 Female Students, Quran House Concludes Summer Quranic Courses Project for Girls For the First Time in Southern Iraq: Al-Thaqlayn Cancer Hospital Belonging to Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Performs Advanced Diagnostic Examination for Breast Tumor DetectionImam Hussain Holy Shrine8 Sept 2026With the Participation of 2,500 Female Students, Quran House Concludes Summer Qu...The Quran House at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine concluded its summer Quranic courses project for girls on Sunday, September 6, 2026. The project saw the participation of 2,500 female students and 100 teachers following a comprehensive Quranic and educational curriculum that included lessons in memorization, recitation, and Quranic sciences, alongside cultural and educational activities. Wisam Al-Delfi, head of the Quran House Media Center, stated: "The closing ceremony featured several Quranic and cultural segments, beginning with blessed Quranic recitations, followed by a speech by the Head of the Quran House Department, Sheikh Dr. Khair Al-Din Ali Al-Hadi, who commended the efforts made by the administration, teachers, parents, and students in ensuring the project's success." Al-Delfi explained that "in his address, Sheikh Al-Hadi stressed that serving and applying the Holy Quran ranks among the most noble endeavors due to its impact on building the individual and society. He noted that one of the most vital projects adopted by the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine is human development founded upon values, virtues, and morals." He added that "the head of the department reaffirmed the Qur…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine7 Sept 2026Quran House Concludes Second Season of National Buds Project at Sayyid Al-Awsiya...The Quran House at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine concluded the activities of the second season of the National Buds Project—one of its key Quranic initiatives aimed at nurturing Quranic talents among young children and developing their recitation and performance skills—on Thursday, September 3, 2026. Wisam Nadhir Al-Delfi, head of the Quranic Media Center, stated: "The closing ceremony was held at Sayyid Al-Awsiya (peace be upon him) Visitors' City. It began with a blessed Quranic recitation delivered by the young reciter Abbas Yasser Karim, followed by a speech from the Head of the Quran House Department, Sheikh Dr. Khair Al-Din Ali Al-Hadi." Al-Delfi explained that "in his address, Sheikh Al-Hadi expressed his appreciation and gratitude to the Legal Guardian of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, His Eminence Sheikh Abdul Mahdi Al-Karbalai, for his sponsorship and support of the project. He highlighted the significance of the National Buds Project in Iraq and its role in preparing a Quranic generation equipped with skills in memorization, recitation, and performance." He added that "the ceremony program continued with a collective recitation by students from the Sheikh Ismail School, f…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine7 Sept 2026Representative of Supreme Religious Authority: Lady Khadija Al-Kubra Hospital Ha...The Representative of the Supreme Religious Authority, Sheikh Abdul Mahdi Al-Karbalai, emphasized that Lady Khadija Al-Kubra (peace be upon her) Hospital for Women, affiliated with the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, has succeeded after years of work in consolidating a specialized medical experience for women, and that its success has expanded beyond traditional fields into complex medical domains. He made these remarks during an address delivered on the occasion of the inauguration of the hospital's third expansion, in the presence of the Secretary-General of the Holy Shrine. The Representative of the Supreme Religious Authority stated: "First, I extend my thanks and gratitude to the brothers in the Secretariat-General of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, the hospital administration, and the medical and nursing staff for delivering such a successful experience," explaining that "the establishment of a specialized hospital for women stemmed from the desire to provide a secure environment that respects modesty and chastity, in harmony with natural disposition and Islamic rulings." He clarified that "the goal of creating the hospital was not limited to offering obstetrics or pediatric service…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine7 Sept 2026The Representative of the Supreme Religious Authority and the Secretary-General...Secretary-General Attends Opening of Youth Market by Imam Hussain Holy Shrine's Social Development Department Secretary-General of Imam Hussain Holy Shrine: We are Working to Develop the Healthcare Sector and Transform Karbala into a City of HealingImam Hussain Holy Shrine7 Sept 2026Secretary-General of Imam Hussain Holy Shrine: We are Working to Develop the Hea...The Secretary-General of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, Mr. Hassan Rashid Jawad Al-Abaychi, emphasized that work is underway to advance the health sector and turn Holy Karbala into a city of healing, as described by the representative of the Supreme Religious Authority. He noted that this expansion and development in the medical field stems directly from this vision. He made these remarks during his speech at the inauguration of the third expansion of the Lady Khadija Al-Kubra (peace be upon her) Specialized Hospital for Women, held in the presence of the representative of the Supreme Religious Authority, Sheikh Abdul Mahdi Al-Karbalai. The Secretary-General of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine stated that "the religious institution and the religious authority must care for and look after the human being. Therefore, there is expansion and development in the medical field based on this vision of honoring humanity. This parental care, prioritized by the representative of the Supreme Religious Authority and the legal guardian, ranks among the top services provided to people, especially low-income earners and needy families." He explained that "what was reviewed during this occasion regardi…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine7 Sept 2026

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