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Department of Family & Community Medicine
The Family and Community Medicine Branch teaches students of the College of Medicine within the primary studies in the third and fourth years the principles and concepts of community medicine, occupational and environmental medicine, dietetics and primary health care in addition to teaching graduate students in the branch( Master and doctoral degrees) to get graduate degree in community medicine. The branch also teaches medical statistics and scientific research methodology for all graduate students (Master Degree) in the college. In addition, the branch, as a training centre for students of the Family Medicine Scientific Council and Community Medicine Scientific Council in Iraqi Council of Medical Specialties, teaches Iraqi Board students, and supervises their theses since the foundation of these two councils till now. The branch teaching staffs also participates in giving lectures to students of Community Medicine Arabic Board and supervises their theses.
 
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Postgraduate Students Complete a Scientific Activity on Research Ethics in Medical Education

Under the patronage of the esteemed Dean of the College of Medicine – Al-Nahrain University, Professor Dr. Anees Khalil Nael, and under the supervision of the Department of Family and Community Medicine, in collaboration with the Institutional Review Board (IRB), postgraduate students completed an extracurricular activity that involved designing and finalizing a scientific poster titled:

"Research Ethics as Part of Sustainable Development in Medical Education."

This activity is part of the college’s ongoing efforts to support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 4: Quality Education, as enhancing students’ understanding of research ethics is considered a fundamental component in building a comprehensive and ethically aware medical education system. The students demonstrated excellence in critical thinking and teamwork throughout the activity, reflecting a high level of academic commitment and positive engagement with the evolving challenges of modern medical education.

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Awareness Seminar on Hemorrhagic Fever with the Participation of the College of Medicine – Al-Nahrain University

As part of the community service and health awareness activities of the College of Medicine – Al-Nahrain University, Assistant Professor Dr. Nibras Alaa Hussein from the Department of Family and Community Medicine participated in organizing an educational and awareness seminar entitled:

"Hemorrhagic Fever and Methods of Prevention."

The seminar was held on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the Martyrs of the Imams Bridge Hall – Directorate of Karkh Health, Third Division.

The seminar aimed to raise public awareness about the dangers of hemorrhagic fever, its causes, modes of transmission, and preventive measures to limit its spread, particularly in light of current health challenges. This initiative reflects the College of Medicine's commitment to strengthening its community role and promoting health education as a key pillar in the prevention and control of communicable diseases.

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