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Siyavash Shahabi

Tag: Healthcare

  • How Healthcare Costs Push Iranians to the Brink

    How Healthcare Costs Push Iranians to the Brink

    Healthcare expenses, particularly medication, consume a significant portion of Iranian household incomes, with many forgoing treatments due to high costs. Iran’s rate of direct health payments is above global averages, indicating a widespread occurrence of catastrophic health expenditures. This trend results in increased poverty and reduced living standards, despite national policies aiming to protect against…