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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 2026In 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 2026Imam Hussain Holy Shrine Hosts Meeting of the Secretaries of the Holy Shrines in...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine16 Sept 2026Secretary-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 2026To Strengthen Cooperation and Elevate Service Standards for Pilgrims: Imam Hussa...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine16 Sept 2026In 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 2026Al-Sibtayn Academy for Autism and Developmental Disorders, affiliated with the I...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine15 Sept 2026Imam 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 2026University of Al-Subtain for Medical Sciences, affiliated with Imam Hussain Holy...Imam Hussain Holy Shrine14 Sept 2026Serving 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 2026Affiliated 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 2026In 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 2026In 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 2026To Exchange Expertise and Adopt the Latest Technologies: Department of Engineeri...The Department of Engineering and Technical Projects at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine received a delegation from specialized Chinese companies, with the aim of enhancing joint cooperation, exchanging engineering expertise, and utilizing the latest methods and techniques adopted in project execution. The department stated in a release received by the Official Site that "this step comes within the framework of strengthening cooperation with specialized international companies and elevating the execution standard of engineering projects, contributing to the adoption of modern technologies that keep pace with rapid developments in this field." It added that "the collaboration aims to combine engineering expertise with technical advancement, boosting the efficiency and quality of project implementation, and supporting the shift toward more sustainable projects in line with modern standards." This initiative falls within the ongoing efforts of the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine to advance its engineering and technical projects, leveraging global expertise and experiences to execute high-quality projects that meet the demands of the coming phase.Imam Hussain Holy Shrine12 Sept 2026With the Participation of Over 100 Students: The Department of Intellectual and...The Department of Intellectual and Cultural Affairs at Imam Hussain Holy Shrine has announced the conclusion of the "Mental Arithmetic" course in Ninawa Governorate, organized in cooperation with the Sharikhan Authority and the Ninawa Directorate of Education, with the participation of more than 100 male and female students. The deputy head of the department, Mahdi Ahmad Al-Saadi, stated in a declaration to the Official Site that "the course was held with the aim of developing students' intellectual skills, lasting for seven days, and included multiple tracks in the field of mental arithmetic, alongside a self-confidence building program." He added that "the course witnessed the honoring of the top ten students, as well as the discovery of a number of intellectual skills and talents that require future care and refining through initiatives and courses conducted by the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine via its concerned departments." He explained that "the course tracks varied between mental arithmetic exercises and self-confidence development, contributing to preparing students to perform monthly and final exams, while reducing feelings of fear and anxiety associated with examinations." Th…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine12 Sept 2026To Provide Integrated Therapeutic Services: Warith International Cancer Institut...Warith International Cancer Institution, affiliated with the Health and Medical Education Authority at the Imam Hussain Holy Shrine, has announced the launch of health insurance services for beneficiaries across four Iraqi governorates, aiming to deliver healthcare, diagnostic, and therapeutic services across diverse medical specialties. In a statement obtained by the Official Site, the foundation stated that "Warith International Cancer Institution launched health insurance services to encompass the governorates of Holy Karbala, Najaf Al-Ashraf, Basra, and Baghdad, providing health and therapeutic facilities for patients covered by the service." The press release added that "the rollout of these services aims to ensure integrated medical, diagnostic, and therapeutic care under the supervision of specialized medical teams and staff, contributing to elevating the standard of healthcare services offered to health insurance policyholders." It further noted that "during the past year, the hospital provided its services to over 1,000 patients from Baghdad Governorate within its approved medical care pathways." The rollout of health insurance services comes as part of the Imam Hussain H…Imam Hussain Holy Shrine12 Sept 2026Department 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 2026

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