6th Arbaeen International Health Congress Held in Tehran

The 6th Arbaeen International Health Congress was held at Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS) in Tehran on Sunday, July 20, 2025. The event saw the participation of Pirhossein Koolivand, Head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), along with other health officials and experts.

The congress focused on health-related issues concerning the Arbaeen pilgrimage, which is one of the largest annual religious gatherings worldwide. Discussions covered medical preparedness, disease prevention, emergency response, and healthcare services for millions of pilgrims who travel to Karbala, Iraq, for Arbaeen.

Speakers highlighted the importance of international cooperation in ensuring the health and safety of pilgrims. The event also served as a platform for sharing experiences and best practices among health professionals from different countries.

According to Mehr News Agency, the congress aimed to enhance the quality of health services provided during the Arbaeen pilgrimage and to promote research and collaboration in the field of pilgrimage health.