Death and Dying in Iraq - A Lecture by Hayder Al-Mohammad
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In this lecture, Hayder Al-Mohammad discusses how modern-day Iraqis prepare for death, either their own or within their communities. Placing post-invasion Iraq in the context of the Gulf War and subsequent U.S. sanctions, this episode explores a suffering healthcare system where many Iraqis and their families, especially amongst the poor, face deadly illnesses like cancer without aid. This lecture is part of the Farouk Mustafa Memorial Friday Lecture Series. Check out Al-Mohammad’s work here: http://uccs.academia.edu/HayderAlMohammad The views expressed in this podcast are the participants' own and do not necessarily represent the views of the Center for Middle Eastern Studies.
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