1964Healthcare
Healthcare Modernization
Established modern hospitals and health corps throughout Iran.
Key Impact
Dramatically improved life expectancy and reduced infant mortality
Historical Context
The Health Corps (Sepāh-e Behdāsht) brought modern medical care to rural Iran. New hospitals were built across the country, including state-of-the-art facilities in major cities. Vaccination programs eradicated smallpox and significantly reduced other infectious diseases. Life expectancy increased, infant mortality decreased, and Iran developed a modern healthcare infrastructure that served millions of citizens.
Year
1964
Category
Healthcare
Impact
Dramatically improved life expectancy and reduced infant mortality