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The Iranian health ministry is prioritizing healthy diets to combat cancer, which is influenced by nutrition in 10-70% of cases. Official Ahmad Esmaeilzadeh emphasized the need for dietary modifications to promote healthy eating habits. Key dietary risks include high sugar and fat intake, processed foods, and excessive salt, linked to gastric cancer. With rising obesity rates, the ministry aims to reduce salt consumption, promote fiber-rich diets, and establish dietary guidelines. A national campaign, themed “Hand in Hand, Prevent and Fight Against Cancer,” seeks to raise awareness, encourage healthy choices, and promote early diagnosis, targeting a significant increase in cancer cases by 2026.
Iran’s Science Minister Hossein Simaei-Sarraf is attending the 43rd UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from October 30 to November 13. The conference aims to enhance scientific cooperation among nations, focusing on higher education in emergencies, ethics in technology, and skills development. Simaei-Sarraf emphasized Iran’s expertise in these areas and its goal to promote science diplomacy. Iran is leveraging its 18 UNESCO Chairs to deepen global collaborations despite facing challenges like sanctions. The conference offers a platform for Iran to showcase its commitment to international partnerships and contribute to global advancements in education and science.
Iran and Uzbekistan have launched ten collaborative research projects to enhance international scientific cooperation. Initiated by the Iran National Science Foundation and Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Higher Education, the projects aim to improve research quality and technological synergy. Each project will receive 30 billion rials (approximately $24,590) in funding, potentially increasing to 40 billion rials for high-impact research. Areas of focus include environmental science, agriculture, gene editing, and advanced materials. The initiative follows a meeting between Iran’s Science Minister and Uzbekistan’s President, emphasizing a commitment to strengthen academic relations and foster innovation for societal benefits.
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A powerful explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port in southern Hormozgan Province on Saturday around 12:30 PM resulted in approximately 500 casualties and numerous injuries. The blast, originating from an administrative building, caused severe damage and halted all port operations. Four rapid response teams were deployed, and a state of emergency was declared in local hospitals. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause, raising concerns about safety protocols at the vital trade hub. Residents are advised to avoid the area as emergency response teams work tirelessly to assist the affected and secure the site.
A recent Training of Trainers (ToT) workshop in Hamadan, held from July 26-28, 2025, aimed to enhance immunization services in Iran, attracting over 80 health officials. Organized by Hamadan University and the Ministry of Health, with support from WHO and Gavi, the workshop covered vital areas like vaccine scheduling and cold chain management. Participants, mostly immunization officers from 32 universities, shared insights on local challenges. Earlier, a consultative workshop in June 2025 developed strategies for a National Immunization Strategic Plan. Both events emphasized local ownership and adaptation to improve vaccine coverage and public health safety in Iran.