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Iran's Uprising: Healthcare Workers Face Repression, WHO Condemns

2/4/2026

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During the January 2026 uprising in Iran, healthcare professionals faced repression and arrests, with Dr. Alireza Golchini sentenced to death and Dr. Alireza Rezaei's whereabouts unknown.
The regime has turned hospitals into repression sites, denying care and executing patients.
The World Health Organization (WHO) condemned these actions as violations of medical neutrality and human rights.
Calls for investigations have intensified to ensure accountability and protection for healthcare workers in Iran.

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During the January 2026 uprising in Iran, healthcare professionals faced repression and arrests, with Dr. Alireza Golchini sentenced to death and Dr. Alireza Rezaei's whereabouts unknown.
The regime has turned hospitals into repression sites, denying care and executing patients.
The World Health Organization (WHO) condemned these actions as violations of medical neutrality and human rights.
Calls for investigations have intensified to ensure accountability and protection for healthcare workers in Iran.