One day after a deadly fire that resulted in the deaths of 9 patients, the president of Guilan University of Medical Sciences announced that the international Qaem Hospital in Rasht was temporarily closed on Wednesday, June 30. According to Young Journalists Club, Dr. Mohammad Taghi Ashoubi stated that the hospital was temporarily closed after the fire, and all patients were transferred to other healthcare facilities for continued services. The president of Guilan University of Medical Sciences mentioned that they will not allow the hospital to operate 'for now' and regarding the possibility of reopening, he said that 'technical teams have been dispatched to assess the initial damages from the fire' and the results will determine the next steps. This health official previously announced that 9 patients lost their lives in the fire at Qaem Hospital in Rasht on Tuesday, June 29. He noted that the cause of their deaths is under investigation by forensic medicine. According to Etemad newspaper, the head of the Rasht Fire Department said that 'the fire started from the basement.' This 250-bed hospital had 142 patients at the time of the fire, with 109 in the general ward and 33 in special wards. According to the Emtehad Telegram channel, among the 142 patients who survived, 28 were transferred to Poursina Hospital, 44 to Razi Rasht, 7 to Velayat Hospital, 18 to Heshmat Hospital, 2 to Al-Zahra Hospital, 1 to Pirouz Lahijan Hospital, 10 to Pars Hospital, 1 to Arya, and 3 to Soume'eh Sara.
One Day After Deadly Fire, Rasht's Qaem Hospital Closed
A fire at Qaem Hospital in Rasht resulted in the deaths of 9 patients, leading to the hospital's temporary closure. The incident has prompted an investigation into the cause of the fire and the hospital's operational status. This event raises concerns about hospital safety and emergency response in Iran.
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📰 What Happened
A fire at Qaem Hospital in Rasht resulted in the deaths of 9 patients, prompting the temporary closure of the facility. Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire and assess the damages.
- The fire occurred on June 29, resulting in 9 fatalities.
- 142 patients were present at the hospital at the time, with survivors transferred to other facilities.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran has faced numerous challenges in its healthcare system, including infrastructure issues and emergency preparedness. Fires in hospitals can lead to tragic outcomes, highlighting the need for stringent safety measures.
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