The Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences released a statement regarding the suicide of a nurse, claiming that the 'tragic passing' of the nurse and former colleague at Khomeini Hospital is not related to his work issues. In this announcement, which was made in response to what they called 'rumors,' social media activists were urged not to spread 'baseless news' and to obtain information from 'official and credible sources.' This comes after ILNA news agency confirmed the suicide of a 32-year-old nurse named 'Sasan' at Khomeini Hospital in Kermanshah due to work-related issues. The university stated in its announcement that the 'esteemed deceased nurse had completed the maximum service period of 53 months according to the law, and his service ended on 20/07/1402.' ILNA reported on April 21 that the incident occurred on Sunday, April 19, and that the nurse died in the same hospital and in one of the beds in the section where he worked. Friends and colleagues of the nurse stated that 'Sasan ended his life after his contract was not renewed and due to mental pressures.' Mohammad Sharifi Moghaddam, Secretary-General of the Nurses' House, confirmed this news to ILNA, stating that Sasan was a contract nurse, but his contract was not renewed several months ago, leading to a period of unemployment before he took his own life. According to Sharifi Moghaddam, the rate of suicidal tendencies has increased, and the number of young nurses' deaths in the year 1402 has been high. Mitra Babak: The Iranian government hides suicide statistics by exploiting cultural poverty. A 32-year-old nurse ended his life; healthcare staff at a suicide station. A former Ministry of Labor official recounts poverty; the population below the poverty line has doubled, and those employed below the poverty line have increased fivefold. The CEO of the Autism Association of Iran reports an increase in suicidal thoughts among families with autistic children.
Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences Denies Nurse's Suicide Due to 'Work Issues'
The Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences denied that the suicide of a 32-year-old nurse was related to work issues, despite reports confirming otherwise. This incident highlights the mental health crisis among healthcare workers in Iran, exacerbated by job insecurity and societal pressures.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
A 32-year-old nurse named Sasan committed suicide at Khomeini Hospital in Kermanshah. The university denied that his death was related to work issues, despite reports from colleagues indicating job-related stress and contract non-renewal as contributing factors.
- Sasan's contract was not renewed, leading to unemployment and mental distress.
- The incident has raised concerns about the mental health crisis among healthcare workers in Iran.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Iran's healthcare workers face significant challenges, including job insecurity and mental health issues, exacerbated by economic difficulties.
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