The Role of Arab and International Health Conferences and Agreements in Strengthening the Health Conditions in Iraq 1958 – 1968

Dr. Nadia Masoud Sharif (pp. 1–9)

Abstract

The conferences and health conventions played a critical role in improving health conditions, emphasizing that medicine is a humanitarian effort affecting the lives of populations. Iraq participated in numerous medical conferences to learn about developments in medicine, enhance the expertise of Iraqi doctors through exposure to Arab and international experiences, and stay updated on the latest advancements in disease treatment. Following the formation of a permanent health committee of the League of Arab States by Resolution No. (12) of 12 November 1945, and the establishment of the Health Department of the General Secretariat on 19 September 1991, Iraq contributed to the preparation of Arab Ministers of Health conferences, studies of health affairs in Arab countries, and organization of conferences for Arab doctors and pharmacists. These initiatives aimed to develop health policies, discuss prevalent and endemic diseases, unify medical curricula, send medical fellowships abroad, and enhance the standards of the Arab family’s health. Additionally, Iraq collaborated with the World Health Organization (WHO) through bilateral agreements, training programs, and projects such as malaria eradication, tuberculosis control, falcon control, bilharzia control, and trachoma control. International WHO conferences allowed Iraqi specialists to exchange knowledge and contribute to disease control strategies both locally and globally.

Keywords: Conferences, events, health, conditions, Iraq