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Journal of Combat Medicine 10.30491/JCM.2023.189675
2023 | 6 (1) | 3-10 Narrative Review

Vector Control in Holy Defense
Prevention of Scorpion Stings in Imposed War

Ali Mehrabi-Tavana 1*
1- Health Management Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Received: 22 December 2022 Accepted: 5 February 2023

Abstract

Background and Aim: Scorpions are a large group of arthropods belonging to the arachnid category, which live
in humid and desert areas, are active at night, and have deadly venom. They can be dangerous for humans. Since
the Iranian combatants were present in the desert areas to defend our holy land and the operations were usually
carried out at night and there was a possibility of scorpion stings among them, this article examines the prevention
of scorpion stings in the imposed war.
Methods: This study was done using the Library research method and searching scientific databases. Scientific
and oral interviews with academic staff and experienced officials of health affairs during the holy defense period
have also been used.
Results: With the national determination and cooperation of all, considerable success was achieved in the
prevention of scorpion stings, so that the reports collected from field emergency centers and hospitals in the war
zone indicate that no warriors have been bitten by a scorpion. Individual training measures to prevent scorpion
stings to the warriors, building concrete trenches, improving the environment, and collecting waste and disposing
of it have been effective.
Conclusion: Health measures and the implementation of scientific Arrangements during the holy defense prevented
possible injuries caused by scorpion stings among the warriors. Therefore, compliance with health standards is
recommended in similar conditions. It is necessary to continue scientific research to combat this arthropod and
regarding prevention and treatment to reduce its possible and unforeseen risks.

Keywords: Holy Defense, Vector Control, Scorpion, Bite.

* Corresponding Author: Ali Mehrabi-Tavana
Address: Health Management Research Center, Baqiyatallah
University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
E-mail: [email protected]

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