Samira Al-Saeedi, Rheumatology Specialist, Commits Suicide

Warning: Contains content related to suicide. Nothing is more important than human life. If you are thinking about suicide, please contact these special numbers for help: In Iran: Social Emergency 123, Consultant Voice 1480, or Tehran Psychiatric Emergency 44508200. In the USA: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 18002738255, or National Crisis and Suicide Prevention Line 988. In Canada: 911 or 18334564566. In the UK: 116123, and in Afghanistan: 119. Samira Al-Saeedi, a rheumatology specialist and professor at Tehran University, died by suicide. Mehdi Abdous, a physician, wrote on his 'X' page that Samira Al-Saeedi had discussed her intention to commit suicide with medication with her colleagues a day before her death. Mehdi Abdous noted Samira Al-Saeedi's 'longings,' stating, 'Doctors are more exposed to numerous work-related stress and tensions than other segments of society.' Motahareh Ghonei, a dental student deprived of education at Tehran University, also commented on the news of Samira Al-Saeedi's suicide, stating, 'These precious lives that are lost rest on the shoulders of the Ministry of Health of the Islamic Republic.' Ahmadreza Jamshidi, the head of Shariati Hospital in Tehran, described her as one of the 'geniuses and honors of the university' and offered condolences without mentioning the cause of her death on May 6. Less than a month ago, the news of the suicide of Parastoo Bakhshi, a cardiologist in Delfan County in Lorestan Province, sparked widespread reactions. On the other hand, Iranian media reported a 200% increase in the number of doctors requesting immigration documents last year compared to five years prior. A 32-year-old nurse also ended her life; healthcare staff are at a suicide station. Continued reactions to the suicide of Parastoo Bakhshi; Dr. Basirnia: Healthcare staff have not had the opportunity to relieve psychological pressure in recent years. Media reports indicate an increase in requests for immigration documents from doctors; the Ministry of Health is seeking to accept 'foreign nationals' in specialized fields. Iranian media reported a fivefold increase in the suicide rate within the medical community.