Two new hemorrhagic fever cases confirmed in Iraq's Dhi Qar; 2026 toll rises to 110 cases, 9 deaths

BAGHDAD, Iraq — Health authorities in Dhi Qar province have confirmed two new hemorrhagic fever cases in the past 72 hours, raising the total number of confirmed infections recorded in the province in 2026 to 110, with deaths from disease-related complications now standing at 9. According to an official source, the new cases were verified after laboratory results came back from facilities in Baghdad. The source said Dhi Qar has recorded more hemorrhagic fever cases than other parts of Iraq, particularly in rural areas. Joint teams from the Dhi Qar Veterinary Hospital and the provincial Health Directorate are working to contain the disease, with prevention and awareness campaigns on transmission routes being intensified. Efforts include measures aimed at preventing the spread of infection from animals to humans, along with health education activities in areas with heavy agricultural and livestock activity. Provincial health and veterinary units have reported a seasonal rise in cases in several districts and are expanding outreach to limit transmission. Further details on the new cases and containment measures were not immediately available.