31 Mar, 18:49··

Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Hospitalized After Heart Crisis

ZEIT Online

Narges Mohammadi, a detained Iranian Nobel laureate, experienced a heart attack and was rushed to a hospital. The Nobel Committee wants her to receive treatment in Tehran. Concerns are growing about her health while she is imprisoned.

Narges Mohammadi has been held in Zanjan prison since December. She reportedly suffered a heart attack and two episodes of unconsciousness. Supporters say she received inadequate medical care. The Narges Foundation reported the incident and is demanding immediate medical leave. Shirin Ebrami Mohammadi, her sister, also experienced a heart attack while imprisoned.

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Highlights

Nobel Laureate in Critical Condition

Narges Mohammadi experienced a heart attack and unconsciousness while imprisoned.

Committee Demands Transfer to Tehran

The Nobel Committee wants Mohammadi moved to Tehran for medical treatment.

Hospitalization in Zanjan Reported

Mohammadi was taken to a hospital from Zanjan prison.

Lack of Medical Care Alleged

Supporters claim Mohammadi received inadequate medical care in prison.

Serious Health Concerns Expressed

Doctors fear for Mohammadi’s life due to her critical condition.

Perspectives

Sources agree
  • Narges Mohammadi experienced a cardiac crisis.
  • She was hospitalized due to heart problems.
  • Her condition is serious and concerning.
  • There are concerns about her health and treatment while imprisoned.
Sources disagree
Location of Treatment

The Nobel Committee wants her moved to Tehran for treatment.

ZEIT Online, SVT Nyheter, France24 English

She is currently receiving care in Zanjan.

FR, ANSA, la Repubblica, El País, Der Spiegel

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Access to Medical Care

Supporters claim she received inadequate medical care.

ANSA, la Repubblica, El País

Authorities are providing care, though her condition is unstable.

France24, Der Spiegel

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