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Ninth National Survey of Non-Communicable Disease Risk Factors to be Conducted in Kurdistan

2w ago October 14, 2026 1 min read 📰 ISNA
📋 Key Takeaway

The Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences is set to conduct the ninth national survey on non-communicable disease risk factors among adults. This survey aims to evaluate health risks in the population, which is crucial for public health planning. Understanding these factors is essential for addressing health issues in Iran.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The survey is a key step in addressing the rising threat of non-communicable diseases in Iran.

👥 Key Players

Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences MENTIONED
Director of Prevention and Combatting of Diseases
"This institution plays a crucial role in public health initiatives and disease prevention in Iran, particularly in the Kurdistan region."

📰 What Happened

The Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences announced the initiation of the ninth national survey to assess non-communicable disease risk factors among adults aged 18 and older in Kurdistan. This survey will involve 61 clusters across the province.

  • The survey focuses on non-communicable diseases, which are a major public health concern.
  • It aims to gather data that will inform health policy and prevention strategies.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: This survey is critical for understanding health risks in the population, which can lead to better health policies and resource allocation.
🌍 Regional: Improving health outcomes in Kurdistan can serve as a model for other regions in Iran facing similar health issues.
🌐 International: International health organizations may look to this data for insights into health trends in Iran, which can affect global health initiatives.

📚 Background

Non-communicable diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes, are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Understanding risk factors is essential for effective public health interventions.

Public health policy Non-communicable diseases
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
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The director of the Prevention and Combatting of Diseases at the Health Deputy of Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences stated: The ninth national survey of non-communicable disease risk factors (STEPS 2026) will be conducted with the aim of assessing the risk factor status in individuals aged 18 and older, in the form of 61 clusters in the province.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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