Iraq reports rising hemorrhagic fever cases
Iraq announced the detection of 145 cases of Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever since the beginning of 2026, including 9 deaths. The most severe outbreak has been in Dhi Qar Province, which recorded 74 cases and 6 fatalities. The report indicates that the disease, which is typically transmitted through tick bites or contact with blood of infected animals, has become endemic in Iraq since it first appeared in 1979. Its seasonal outbreaks continue, especially in southern provinces. Additionally, the lack of preventive measures during the COVID-19 pandemic has contributed to the disease's spread. Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever is considered one of the most dangerous tick-borne viral illnesses.
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