Under the guidance of Assistant Professor Dr. Naseer Kazem Al-Maliki, Dean of the College of Medicine, the college organized an awareness workshop aimed at raising health awareness among citizens, staff, and students regarding the risks of hemorrhagic fever and methods of prevention. This initiative aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being.

Hemorrhagic fever is a serious viral disease transmitted through tick bites or contact with the blood or bodily fluids of infected animals. The workshop emphasized the urgent need to adopt effective preventive measures. Key recommendations included avoiding random slaughtering outside official slaughterhouses, wearing gloves and protective clothing when handling animals, regularly cleaning and disinfecting animal housing areas, and spraying farms and barns with pesticides to control ticks.

Participants were also urged to seek immediate medical attention upon experiencing symptoms such as high fever, unusual bleeding, severe muscle pain, or general fatigue. The workshop stressed the importance of not ignoring any suspected case in order to safeguard public health.

This initiative reflects the College of Medicine’s ongoing commitment to community health and disease prevention, contributing to a safer and healthier society in alignment with Iraq’s vision for sustainable development.