In October, we remember that early breast cancer screening saves lives..

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In October, we remember that early breast cancer screening saves lives.
Screening isn’t scary, it’s reassuring.
Five minutes of your time can make a big difference, because early detection is the key to rapid treatment.
At the Oncology and Thalassemia Hospital, we offer a free full screening.
Don’t wait for symptoms; take action today.
Your health is worth it, and your awareness is your strength.

348 people benefited from the “Changing Attitudes Towards Suicide” campaign

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On the occasion of World Suicide Prevention Day – September 10, 2025, the Kurdish Red Crescent launched a 9-day awareness campaign in its mental health support centers, under the slogan “Changing Attitudes Towards Suicide,” aiming to break the stigma surrounding this sensitive issue, correct misconceptions, and enhance access to mental and social support services. The campaign was implemented in the Hasakah centers (Al-Shaddadi, Al-Hol, Ashokani, and Tal Tamer), the Qamishli center (Maabada), and the Deir ez-Zor center (Abu Khashab). It included individual and group awareness sessions, distribution of educational materials, informative exhibitions, and sharing real-life stories of people who survived suicide attempts to instill hope. A total of 348 direct beneficiaries, including 56 men and 292 women, participated. They expressed their gratitude for the sessions, which helped them understand suicide as a psychological phenomenon linked to isolation and stress, and taught them how to seek help and offer support to others.

Awareness session on child harassment in Newroz camp

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The Protection Office of the Kurdish Red Crescent organized an awareness session on child-to-child harassment in Newroz Camp, with the participation of 25 members from organizations working inside the camp.
The session included the distribution of educational brochures aimed at raising awareness and promoting methods of protection and intervention.

Journey to Recovery

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Ibtisam Muhyeddin Youssef, a 25-year-old woman, faced a major challenge after having her right leg amputated due to cancer. She spent seven months enduring pain and difficulty.
Her journey toward healing and reclaiming a normal life reflects strength, resilience, and determination. After visiting the prosthetics center run by the Kurdish Red Crescent, Ibtisam received a prosthetic leg, along with physical therapy and psychological support. This integrated care helped her navigate through some of the most difficult and painful months of her life.
Today, Ibtisam walks with confidence toward a new life — one where her prosthetic leg stands as a symbol of her struggle and victory over illness.

Innovative and tailored initiatives to support patients with the aim of integrating them into society

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As a new step added to the set of activities and services provided within the Oncology, Burns, and Thalassemia Hospital, work is currently underway on a set of innovative initiatives specifically designed to support young and adolescent patients. These initiatives aim to integrate them into society through empowerment and learning new skills, including nursing courses, English language courses, psychological support activities, and more, while they are undergoing treatment inside the hospital.

toys and gifts for thalassemia kids

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In a noble initiative that embodies humanity and giving, the HERO Dialogue and Rehabilitation Center, in collaboration with the Austrian organization CARAVAN, has provided a set of toys and school bags with stationery to the psychological support room in the Thalassemia Department of the Oncology, Burns, and Thalassemia Hospital. Where that creating a supportive and comfortable environment for children suffering from chronic diseases such as thalassemia significantly helps alleviate the burden of this experience and grants them a sense of hope and optimism.

The women’s clinic project is launched under the slogan “Take care of your health, because you are a life”

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The Kurdish Red Crescent Organization always supports women’s projects and provides medical services to them. This time, as the first project initiated by a complete team of women, it offers health services to women in the villages through a mobile women’s clinic and an ambulance.
On the occasion of March 8, International Women’s Day, and under the slogan “Take care of your health, you are the life,” the team of the project expresses their joy and readiness to provide the best service for women.

The importance of family support for children with special needs

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Children with special needs require a deep understanding of their necessities and thoughtful guidance from their families. The family is not only the first environment in which a child grows but also the primary source of emotional support and care. This support enhances effective communication with the community and allows for specialized care for their mental and physical health through early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, contributing to better meeting their needs.
Jawad’s family was a role model in this matter, as they showed a deep understanding of their child’s needs and provided the necessary health and psychological care. By visiting the Kurdish Red Crescent prosthetics and rehabilitation center, the child received psychological support and physical therapy. Additionally, two lower limbs were manufactured for him, which significantly helped him integrate with his peers and manage his daily activities better.

Abu Khashab Primary Healthcare Center Services

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Every day, the Kurdish Red Crescent center in the Abu Khashab camp, located east of Deir ez-Zor, receives about 120 IDPs. Each clinic in the center (internal medicine, pediatrics, and gynecology) sees around 40 cases daily, which range from regular check-ups to emergency care. They provide medical services and appropriate examinations for all age groups, along with distributing medications, while ambulance services are on standby 24/7 for any emergency situations.